Description
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and spicy with this irresistible Sweet & Spicy Pepper Jelly Cheese Ball. It’s a crowd-pleasing appetizer combining creamy, zesty, and crunchy elements, perfect for parties or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup sweet and spicy pepper jelly
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled feta cheese, chopped green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and creamy.
- Scoop the cheese mixture onto a large piece of plastic wrap. Form it into a ball shape and wrap it tightly. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- Once the cheese ball is firm, remove it from the refrigerator and unwrap it. Spread the chopped pecans on a plate. Roll the cheese ball in the pecans until fully coated.
- Transfer the cheese ball to a serving platter and drizzle the sweet and spicy pepper jelly over the top. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Serve with an assortment of crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- You can prepare the cheese ball a day in advance for convenience.
- Adjust the amount of pepper jelly depending on your spice preference.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese for a unique flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of cheese ball
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Cheese Ball, Appetizer, Pepper Jelly, Party Food