Festive Holiday Cranberry Walnut Gouda Cheese Ball
Servings: 6 -8
Make this Festive Cranberry Walnut Gouda Cheese Ball for the holidays! A classic favourite, this cheese ball appetizer is sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 250 g (8 oz) softened plain cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded old / sharp white cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded gouda cheese
- 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts (divided)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped dried cranberries (divided)
- 3/4 tsp garlic powder
- 3/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp minced chives
- 2 tbsp cranberry wine / red wine mustard (see other substitutes below in the notes)
Instructions
- To a bowl add softened cream cheese, shredded white cheddar cheese, shredded gouda cheese, ¼ cup finely chopped walnuts, ¼ cup finely chopped dried cranberries, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, minced chives and cranberry wine mustard. Mix well to combine.
- Put the cheese mixture into the fridge for 10-15 minutes - this will help make it easier to shape into a cheese ball.
- To a plate add the remaining finely chopped walnuts and finely chopped dried cranberries. Remove the cheese ball from the fridge and use your hands to form the mixture into a ball. Roll the cheeseball in the dried cranberries and nut mixture and wrap in plastic wrap. Place the cheeseball into the fridge again for at least 15 minutes or until ready to serve (up to one day).
- To serve, add the cheese ball to a serving plate along with your favorite crackers or crostini! You can garnish with fresh or sugared cranberries and fresh rosemary for a festive touch if desired.
Notes
- If you have any issues stirring the cheese ball mixture, you can use a hand mixer or add 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream to loosen the mixture just slightly.
- If you can't find the Red Wine Cranberry Mustard, look for alternatives like: cranberry red wine jelly; cranberry horseradish sauce; holiday spiced cranberry sauce; cranberry orange jam; or cranberry spread.
- You could substitute the old cheddar cheese for gruyere cheese or use shredded parmesan cheese instead of the gouda.
- If making this for a holiday party or get-together I’d recommend making only one day ahead so it has the most fresh flavours when serving. If you have leftover cheese ball, store them in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Different coatings that can be used instead of walnuts are chopped almonds, pecans or toasted breadcrumbs.
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