Here’s a sweet and savory party favorite: the Pineapple Cheese Ball! It’s creamy, tangy, and loaded with tropical flavor—perfect for crackers, veggies, or spreading on bagels.
🍍🧀 Pineapple Cheese Ball
Serves: 8–10 | Prep Time: 15 min + chill time
🛒 Ingredients
- 2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, well drained
- ½ cup finely chopped green bell pepper
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (for coating)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
- Mix the Filling:
In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, crushed pineapple, bell pepper, green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until fully combined. - Shape into a Ball:
Scoop the mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap. Use the wrap to form a ball. Wrap tightly and chill for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to firm up. - Coat with Nuts:
Spread chopped nuts on a plate. Unwrap the cheese ball and roll it in the nuts until fully coated. - Serve:
Place on a platter with crackers, pretzels, or fresh veggies. Garnish with a sprig of parsley or a pineapple ring for extra flair.
📝 Tips & Variations
- No nuts? Use shredded coconut or crushed buttery crackers as the coating.
- Add chopped ham or bacon bits for a smoky twist.
- Spice it up with a little jalapeño or hot sauce.