For best results, use high-quality cream cheese and goat cheese. Toast the almonds lightly before assembling for added flavor and texture. (optional) Adjust the amount of garlic and cayenne pepper to suit your taste preferences. The cheese ball can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
Pine Cone Cheese Ball
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME30 mins
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SERVING16 People
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VIEWS157
Elevate your holiday gathering with this stunning cheese ball, meticulously crafted to resemble a pine cone. A delightful blend of creamy cheeses and fresh herbs, adorned with almond 'scales' and rosemary 'needles,' it's a guaranteed centerpiece for your festive spread.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate3 g
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Cholesterol36 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein6 g
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Saturated Fat8 g
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Sodium130 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat16 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepIn a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, goat cheese, parsley, tarragon, thyme, garlic, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. (5 min)
02
StepMix thoroughly until smooth and all ingredients are evenly distributed. (2 min)
03
StepOn a serving platter, shape the cheese mixture into a tapered oval, mimicking the form of a pine cone. (3 min)
04
StepStarting from the narrower end, gently press the whole almonds into the cheese cone, ensuring the tips point outwards and downwards, creating a scaled effect. (20 min)
05
StepContinue overlapping the almonds until the entire cheese cone is covered, resembling a pine cone. (20 min)
06
StepGarnish the broader end (top) of the cheese cone with fresh rosemary sprigs to simulate pine needles. (5 min)
07
StepRefrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the cheese ball to firm up before serving.
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Issac Nader
Apr 1, 2025This is my new go-to appetizer for holiday gatherings.
Rollin Wilkinson
Feb 24, 2025Easy to make and so impressive. Will definitely be making this again.
Leonie Labadie
Feb 1, 2025This was such a hit at our holiday party! Everyone commented on how beautiful it looked.
Athena Deckow
Jan 16, 2025I love that you can make this ahead of time. It saves so much stress on the day of the party.
Eleazar Lynch
Dec 9, 2024My kids helped me decorate it with the almonds, it was a fun family activity.
Arnaldo Monahan
Oct 1, 2024Great recipe! I used a mix of rosemary and thyme for the garnish, and it looked fantastic.
Destin Doyle
May 7, 2024The goat cheese really elevates the flavor. I wouldn't skip it!
Wilbert Kuvalis
Dec 5, 2023I added a sprinkle of dried cranberries for a pop of color and sweetness – delicious!