Buttermilk Ranch Cheeseball
This Buttermilk Ranch Cheeseball is a savory, herb-forward centerpiece that balances rich creaminess with a textural crunch of toasted pecans. A quick 15-minute appetizer for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 15 mins
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 pound sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon sour cream
1 (1-ounce) package dry ranch dressing mix
1/4 cup pecans, finely chopped
Instructions
1. Combine the sour cream and dry ranch seasoning in a medium mixing bowl until a thick paste forms.
2. Incorporate the softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar into the seasoning base.
3. Blend the dairy components by hand or with a stiff spatula until the color is uniform.
4. Refrigerate the mixture for five minutes to allow the proteins to firm up slightly.
5. Shape the chilled mixture into a cohesive sphere.
6. Spread the chopped pecans onto a flat plate or shallow dish.
7. Roll the sphere through the nuts until the exterior is fully coated.
8. Serve immediately or wrap tightly in plastic film for later use.
Notes
Shred your own cheese from a block for the best texture.
Toast the pecans for 3 minutes in a dry pan to enhance the flavor.
If the mixture is too sticky while shaping, lightly dampen your hands with water.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 124
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 253mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 31mg
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