Hey snack squad! Today, we’re making an epic party appetizer: Pineapple Cheese Ball! It’s creamy, sweet, savory, and loaded with flavor.
Plus, it’s so easy to make that you’ll be the snack hero in no time. Ready to roll into cheesy goodness? Let’s do this! 😋
Ingredients:
- 2 (8 oz) packages of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, well drained (like, really squeeze out that juice!)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup finely chopped green bell pepper
- ¼ cup finely chopped green onion
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley (fresh or dried)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup chopped pecans (optional, for coating)
- Crackers or veggies for serving (like Ritz, celery sticks, or whatever you love to dip!)
Directions:
- Mix It Up: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, crushed pineapple, shredded cheddar, bell pepper, green onion, parsley, and garlic powder. Mix it all together until it’s smooth and creamy. 🍍🧀
Shape It: Lay out a big piece of plastic wrap and scoop the cheese mixture onto it. Gather the plastic wrap around the cheese and shape it into a ball. This part’s a little messy, but so fun! 😜
Chill: Pop the cheese ball into the fridge for at least an hour, or until it’s firm. You can even leave it overnight if you want to prep ahead. 🕒
Roll & Coat: If you’re using pecans, spread them out on a plate. Unwrap your cheese ball and roll it in the chopped pecans until it’s fully coated. This adds a nice crunchy texture! 🌰
Serve & Snack: Place your masterpiece on a plate and serve with crackers, chips, or veggie sticks. Get ready to wow your friends and fam with this cheesy, pineapple-y perfection! 🥳