Greek-Style Cheese Ball

I just wasn't satisfied with the ingredients in other cheese ball recipes. So, I made my own and took it to a Christmas party, where it was enjoyed by all. You can also experiment with other Greek-themed ingredient options such as sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata or green olives, pepperoncini, etc. Surround cheese balls with your favorite crackers. For a true 'Greek' theme, try toasted pita chips.

• Preparation Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 383 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 10 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• ¼ cup mayonnaise
• 1 (8 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
• ¼ cup pecan halves
• ¾ cup pine nuts, divided

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Stir cream cheese, mayonnaise, and balsamic vinegar together in a bowl until smooth.

Step 2

Mix Cheddar cheese, feta cheese, Parmesan cheese, oregano, onion powder, and garlic powder together in a separate bowl. Stir Cheddar cheese mixture into cream cheese mixture.

Step 3

Pulse pecans and 1/4 cup pine nuts in a food processor or blender until crumbly. Mix remaining 1/2 cup pine nuts into pecan mixture. Spread about 1/4 of the pecan mixture onto a plate.

Step 4

Form cheese mixture into two 5-inch balls. Roll each ball in the pecan mixture until fully coated, adding more pecan mixture as needed.