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Cheddar Ranch Cheese Ball

Cheddar ranch cheese ball combines cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and ranch seasoning in a creamy, savory appetizer coated with finely chopped pecans. Chill it until firm, then roll it in pecans for a crisp finish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cheese ball
  • 2 block (8 oz) cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
  • 2 tbsp green onions thinly sliced
For the coating
  • 0.75 cup pecans finely chopped

Method
 

Mix and chill the cheese ball
  1. In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, cheddar, ranch seasoning, and green onions until evenly combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into a ball.
  3. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, until firm.
Coat and serve
  1. Spread the pecans on a plate.
  2. Roll the chilled cheese ball in the pecans, gently pressing so they adhere.
  3. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

For the smoothest texture, let the softened cream cheese sit at room temperature before mixing. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; freeze without the pecan coating for up to 1 month and thaw in the refrigerator before coating. For a nut-free option, replace the pecans with toasted pumpkin seeds.