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Antipasto Christmas Tree Cheese Ball

Antipasto Christmas Tree Cheese Ball: Easy Festive Delight

This Antipasto Christmas Tree Cheese Ball is a budget-friendly appetizer that transforms your festive spread into a stunning centerpiece.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese full-fat is best, but low-fat can work too
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1/2 cup Cheddar Cheese for decorative star on top; use orange for color
For the Flavor
  • 1/4 cup Pesto Sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1/4 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes packed in oil for richness
For Decoration
  • 1 cup Olives halved and patted dry
  • Spices and Herbs dried onion, garlic powder, oregano; optional fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Antipasto Christmas Tree Cheese Ball
  1. Blend the Base: Blend softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl until smooth, then mix in grated parmesan, pesto, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and dried onion, garlic powder, and oregano until creamy.
  2. Shape the Cheese Ball: Shape the mixture into a cone on a serving tray lined with parchment paper to create a Christmas tree shape.
  3. Decorate the Tree: Press halved olives and chopped sun-dried tomatoes onto the cheestball, filling in gaps for visual appeal.
  4. Chill for Firmness: Cover the cheese ball with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours.
  5. Final Touches: Let the cheese ball sit at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes before serving; decorate with fresh herbs and top with cheddar star.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Present with assorted crackers, breadsticks, and fresh vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure smoothness of cream cheese for best texture; consider preparing a day in advance for optimal flavor.

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