This REINDEER CHEESE BALL is the cutest holiday appetizer and super easy to prepare. A basic cheesy ranch cheese ball decorated to look like Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer.

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This is a basic cheddar ranch cheese ball coated with crushed pecans. Then we add a couple pretzels, olives and a tomato to make it look like Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer. Get the kiddos to help you make it for a fun holiday activity.

This cute Reindeer Cheese Ball will be a hit with the kids and adults.

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REINDEER CHEESE BALL

This REINDEER CHEESE BALL is the cutest holiday appetizer and super easy to prepare. A basic cheesy ranch cheese ball decorated to look like Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer.

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Course: Holidays

Cuisine: American

Keyword: reindeer cheese ball

Prep Time: 10

Additional Time: 4

Total Time: 4 10

Servings:

Calories: 446kcal

Author: Nicole Harris

Equipment

Hand Mixer

Ingredients

▢ 16 ounces block cream cheese softened at room temperature
▢ ⅓ cup sour cream
▢ 8 ounce block medium cheddar cheese shredded
▢ 2-3 tablespoons dry ranch seasoning mix to taste
▢ 2 cups roughly chopped pecans
▢ 2 medium pitted black olives for the eyes
▢ 1 cherry tomato for the nose
▢ 2 regular sized twist pretzels for the antlers

Instructions

In a large bowl, using a hand mixer, beat the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
Add shredded cheese and ranch seasoning mix. Mix until combined and evenly distributed.
Lay out a large sheet of plastic wrap and pour the cheese ball mixture on top. You want the plastic wrap to be large enough to cover the entire cheese ball and be able to twist it shut. Use the plastic wrap to help mold the cheese mixture into a ball, twist it shut. Transfer to the refrigerator to chill for at least 4-6 hours, or overnight for best results.
When ready to serve, remove the cheese ball from the refrigerator - transfer to a large plate or shallow bowl filled with chopped pecans. Press the pecans into the cheese ball.
Add 2 pretzels on top for the antlers, pressing it into the cheese ball deep enough that it stands on its own.
Add two black olives for the eyes and one cherry tomato for the nose. You can use toothpicks to secure the eyes and nose in place or you can use pretzel sticks for an edible option.
Serve with crackers and pretzels.

Notes

The cheese ball can be made up to 3 days in advance and kept refrigerated. When ready to serve, cover with chopped pecans and decorate with the olive eyes, tomato nose, and pretzel antlers.

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Nicole Harris is the recipe creator behind WonkyWonderful, sharing fast, budget-friendly meals for busy families. Since 2012 she’s been developing 30-minute dinners, kid-approved favorites, and holiday dishes with flair - all with real ingredients and no fuss. She grew up stretching simple pantry staples into something delicious, and that shows up in every recipe: easy, affordable, and full of flavor. Read more...