SMOKY PINEAPPLE CHEESE BALL

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Smoky paprika balances sweet pineapple in this distinctively different cheese ball. This is my family's all-time favorite holiday appetizer. -Debra Keil, Owasso, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 2-3/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 packages (8 ounces each) reduced-fat cream cheese
1 small green pepper, finely chopped
1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1-1/2 cups chopped pecans, divided
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in pepper, pineapple, onion, seasoned salt and paprika. Stir in 1/2 cup pecans. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour., Spread remaining pecans on a large piece of plastic. Shape cheese mixture into a ball; roll in pecans to coat evenly. Wrap in plastic; refrigerate at least 1 hour., Serve with crackers.

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Josephh Kisingah
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This is my go-to recipe for cheese balls. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Luke Benjamin
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I've made this cheese ball several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Tshepang Pelle
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Olatunde Mahamudu
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This was a disaster! The cheese ball didn't hold together and it was too runny.


Calvine Omary
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I thought this was just okay. I think I would have liked it better with a different type of cheese.


Kasi Kasi
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This was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.


DRILON
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy appetizer. It's always a hit with my friends.


Redempta Syokau
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I love the smoky flavor of this cheese ball. It's perfect for a party.


Osei Yaw
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This recipe is a keeper. I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


H Md Al Amin Bhola
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I wasn't sure about the combination of pineapple and cheese, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's a great appetizer.


Hannah Scarpino
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So easy to make and so delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Akram Hosen
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This was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved it. I used fresh pineapple and it turned out perfectly.