Pomegranate Jeweled Cheeseball
Create an impressive Pomegranate Jeweled Cheeseball that combines creamy cheeses with crunchy toasted almonds and bursts of juicy pomegranate arils. This eye-catching appetizer is perfect for any gathering, from casual family dinners to festive holiday parties. Not only is it visually stunning, but it’s also incredibly easy to prepare, making it a go-to recipe for entertaining. With its delightful blend of flavors and textures, this cheeseball will surely be the star of your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 10 fresh sage leaves
- 1 (8-ounce) block cream cheese, softened
- 4 ounces mascarpone cheese, softened
- 6 ounces freshly grated sharp white cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced, toasted almonds
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup pomegranate arils
- Crackers for serving
Instructions
- Heat unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat; add sage leaves and cook until crispy (about 1 minute per side). Drain on paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, mascarpone, and sharp white cheddar; beat until smooth. Fold in toasted almonds, crispy sage, remaining butter, salt, and pepper.
- Shape the mixture into a ball and chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
- Pat pomegranate arils dry and roll the chilled cheeseball in them until coated.
- Serve immediately or keep chilled until ready to enjoy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 118mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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