Pecan, Pineapple and Gorgonzola Cheese Ball with Dried Cranberries

You can never have too many hor d'oeuvre recipes, so give Pecan, Pineapple and Gorgonzola Cheese Ball with Dried Cranberries a try. This gluten free, lacto ovo vegetarian, and primal recipe serves 8 and costs $1.61 per serving. One portion of this dish contains around 6g of protein, 34g of fat, and a total of 385 calories. This recipe is liked by 65 foodies and cooks. This recipe from Creative Culinary requires canned pineapple, cream cheese, dried cranberries, and sea salt. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for Christmas. Overall, this recipe earns a solid spoonacular score of 54%. Users who liked this recipe also liked Chavrie Fresh Goat Cheese Ball With Dried Cranberries and Walnuts, Pecan and Gouda Cheese Ball with Cranberries, and Pineapple Pecan Cheese Ball.

Servings: 8

 

Ingredients:

1 can crushed pineapple (12 oz) drained

2 packages cream cheese

1/2 c dried cranberries

1/4 cup gorgonzola cheese crumbles

2 Tbsp diced green onion

1/2 cup parsley, chopped

1 1/2 cups chopped pecans, toasted

1-2 tsp sea salt to taste

Equipment:

stand mixer

Cooking instruction summary:

InstructionsUsing a stand mixer, blend all ingredients except nuts and parsley. Place in fridge for 30 minutes. Split mixture in half and form into two balls and roll first in nuts, then in chopped parsley. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve with crackers and fresh fruit if desired.

 

Step by step:


1. Using a stand mixer, blend all ingredients except nuts and parsley.

2. Place in fridge for 30 minutes. Split mixture in half and form into two balls and roll first in nuts, then in chopped parsley. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

3. Serve with crackers and fresh fruit if desired.


Nutrition Information:

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384k Calories
6g Protein
33g Total Fat
18g Carbs
7% Health Score
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Calories
384k
19%

Fat
33g
52%

  Saturated Fat
12g
80%

Carbohydrates
18g
6%

  Sugar
13g
15%

Cholesterol
64mg
22%

Sodium
524mg
23%

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Protein
6g
12%

Vitamin K
67µg
64%

Manganese
0.87mg
44%

Vitamin A
1148IU
23%

Copper
0.29mg
15%

Phosphorus
131mg
13%

Vitamin B1
0.18mg
12%

Fiber
2g
12%

Vitamin C
9mg
12%

Calcium
101mg
10%

Magnesium
37mg
9%

Zinc
1mg
9%

Vitamin B2
0.12mg
7%

Potassium
243mg
7%

Iron
1mg
6%

Vitamin B5
0.58mg
6%

Vitamin B6
0.1mg
5%

Folate
20µg
5%

Selenium
2µg
4%

Vitamin E
0.56mg
4%

Vitamin B12
0.18µg
3%

Vitamin B3
0.59mg
3%

Vitamin D
0.36µg
2%

covered percent of daily need
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