Pineapple Pecan Cheese Ball

Here’s a classic Pineapple Pecan Cheese Ball — sweet, savory, creamy, and always a hit at parties 🍍🧀🌰


🍍 Pineapple Pecan Cheese Ball

🛒 Ingredients

  • 2 packages (8 oz / 225 g each) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, well drained
  • ½ cup finely chopped pecans
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions (optional but recommended)
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt (or to taste)

For coating:

  • ½–¾ cup chopped pecans

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Stir in crushed pineapple, chopped pecans, green onions, garlic powder, and salt.
  3. Cover and chill 30–60 minutes until firm.
  4. Shape mixture into a ball.
  5. Roll in chopped pecans to coat completely.
  6. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

✨ Tips

  • Drain pineapple very well to avoid a soft cheese ball
  • Chill overnight for best flavor
  • Add a pinch of paprika or honey for a twist

🥨 Serving Ideas

  • Crackers
  • Pretzels
  • Toasted baguette slices
  • Celery sticks for a lighter option

📱 Engagement Caption

Pineapple Pecan Cheese Ball 🍍🧀🌰
Sweet + savory = perfection 😍
Would you serve this at your party? YES or NO 👇👇

Want a spicy version, holiday styling, or mini cheese balls?

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