Cheese Ball

This Cheese Ball is a creamy, tangy delight! Perfect for gatherings, it’s bursting with flavor and sure to impress your guests.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

For the Cheese Ball:

4 oz goat cheese (or 2 oz each goat cheese and blue cheese), at room temperature
3 oz cream cheese at room temperature
5 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped dates (see note)
3 tablespoons finely chopped scallions (white and green parts, from 2 to 3 scallions)
1 cup salt-and-butter roasted pecans (chopped or store-bought salted pecans)
1 tablespoon finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 cups pecan halves
2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
1 teaspoon salt

Directions:

In a mixing bowl, combine the goat cheese, cream cheese, and softened butter. Use an electric mixer to blend until creamy and smooth.
Add the hot sauce and salt to the cheese mixture. Mix well until fully incorporated.
Fold in the chopped dates and scallions. These will add a delightful sweetness and a hint of onion flavor to your Cheese Ball.
Using plastic wrap, shape the cheese mixture into a ball. Cover it securely and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, allowing it to firm up.
In a separate bowl, combine the chopped pecans, parsley, melted butter, and a pinch of salt. Mix well to ensure the pecans are well coated.
Once the Cheese Ball has chilled and firmed up, remove it from the fridge. Roll it in the pecan mixture, pressing gently to adhere the nuts to the surface.
Return the coated Cheese Ball to the fridge for another 30 minutes to set. Serve it with crackers, fresh vegetables, or bread slices. Enjoy the compliments that come your way!

Store the Cheese Ball in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
You can freeze it tightly wrapped for up to 3 months.
For a spicier version, add more hot sauce or jalapeños!