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Pineapple Cheese Ball

Irresistible Pineapple Cheese Ball: A Creamy Delight for All

The Pineapple Cheese Ball is a creamy, no-bake appetizer that blends sweet and savory flavors, making it a crowd-pleaser for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Ball Base
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese full-fat is ideal
  • 1 cup Crushed Pineapple drained thoroughly
  • 2 Tbsp Green Onions finely chopped
  • 2 Tbsp Pineapple Juice optional
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder just a pinch
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans or walnuts as a substitute

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pineapple Cheese Ball
  1. Begin by ensuring your cream cheese is softened at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Drain the crushed pineapple thoroughly.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, crushed pineapple, green onions, pineapple juice, garlic powder, and salt. Mix until creamy.
  3. Cover the mixture and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  4. Shape the mixture into a rustic ball, about 6 inches in diameter.
  5. Roll the cheese ball in chopped pecans until evenly coated.
  6. Chill the coated cheese ball in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, let the cheese ball sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.

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