Caramel Apple Cheese Ball
This Caramel Apple Cheese Ball is the perfect sweet and savory appetizer for fall gatherings! A creamy, tangy cheese ball is coated in chopped apples, pecans, and a generous drizzle of caramel for a crowd-pleasing treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce, plus more for drizzling
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 1 medium apple, peeled and finely diced
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup caramel sauce, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- In a separate shallow dish, combine the chopped pecans and diced apple.
- Form the cheese mixture into a ball.
- Roll the cheese ball in the apple and pecan mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place the cheese ball on a serving plate, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, drizzle with additional caramel sauce.
- Serve with graham crackers, gingersnap cookies, or apple slices.
Notes
For an extra touch of sweetness, sprinkle with a little brown sugar before chilling. Feel free to add mini chocolate chips to the coating for a richer flavor.
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