A cheese ball wrapped in pecans is a perfect appetizer or snack any time of the year. Mix a few things together, shape, cool, and serve!
Jump to RecipeAt first, I wasn’t sure about this nutty cheese ball, but it was absolutely delicious! I got the recipe from a friend, but I hadn’t actually tried it before we made it. And we’ve made it a few times since then.
Typically, as much as I LOVE cheese, I don’t care for Swiss cheese much. I also don’t like nuts on most things. But man, it really comes together for a great flavor!
I made this a few weeks ago and we took it to my in-laws while we were hanging out at the pool and it was gone. None left. Such a perfect light and cold snack for a warm pool day.
It would also be a perfect appetizer to make for a potluck or a holiday party. We served it with some round Sociables brand crackers. Although I also ate it with some Wheat Thins when those ran out and they were just as good with it.
Nutty Cheese Ball Step by Step
Ingredients
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup swiss cheese, shredded
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp chives
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup pecans, finely chopped
- Crackers
Preparation
Place all ingredients except pecans and crackers in the mixer bowl.
Attach flat beater and set speed to 4 for 1 minute, or until well blended.
Use plastic wrap to shape the mixture into a ball.
Roll ball in chopped pecans.
Wrap in wax paper and refrigerate until serving.
Serve with crackers.
Nutty Cheese Ball Leftovers
Store leftover nutty cheese ball in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The pecans will start to soften a bit, but we were able to snack on this for a couple of days after it was made.
Recipe
Originally Published On: September 19, 2022
Nutty Cheese Ball
Ingredients
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup swiss cheese (shredded)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tbsp chives
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup pecans (finely chopped)
- Crackers
Recommended Equipment
Instructions
- Place all ingredients except pecans and crackers in the mixer bowl
- Attach flat beater and set speed to 4 for 1 minute, or until well blended
- Use plastic wrap to shape the mixture into a ball
- Roll ball in chopped pecans
- Wrap in wax paper and refrigerate until serving
- Serve with crackers
Notes
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutrition content will vary based on brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes, and more.
Well, now I’m starving! I love this classic recipe. Cheeseballs are on every party table for a reason. This looks delicious!
Mmmm you had me at cheese! I love how easy this is to make. Anything that can be cooked in less than 15 minutes is a plus in my book!
Your recipes never fail to disappoint. I especially love how easily you lay it out. Plus I am sure that this is so much better than any commercial cheese ball.
Ooh! I haven’t had a cheese ball in so long, but the holidays are coming. This is the perfect recipe!!
I like that the ingredients of this recipe are easy to source locally. I would like to try this recipe at home for my family.
Have a dinner party this weekend; everyone loves cheese, so that I will try this out. It looks amazing! Thank you for sharing! If I remember, ill come back and tell you how it goes.
Wow! This nutty cheeseball looks yummy! Awesome Unique dish I may say! Perfect for any plain pastry for a spread. Loved it!
This Cheese Ball recipe is a holiday must every year! It’s incredibly easy to make and it only requires a few simple ingredients. Thank you so much!
This is perfect for fall and Christmas! I am saving this to keep making!
Hhhhmmmm…cheese and nuts? That sounds like a combo I would like to try out someday! Thanks for sharing it’s recipe.
Cheese ball wrapped in pecans sounds like heaven for my taste buds. Let me try!
This look simple and something yummy. We did something similar before, but with chocolate. I will try this one.
I looove Cheese! Anything with cheese, I’ll take it. This ball is perfect, especially for snacking.
Wow, I love nuts and cheese and these are my favourite combinations. Would love to try them some day at home and I think I would enjoy them. – Knycx Journeying
This is pretty new to me. I will definitely wanna try to make something new and this is worth a try. Good thing it has only a few recipes. Thank you for sharing!
Drooling over these nutty cheese ball. Thanks for the recipe.