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santa hat cranberry cheddar cheeseball on a wooden cutting board surrounded by water crackers
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Santa Hat Cheeseball

Santa hat cheeseball is the perfect sweet and savory appetizer for your next holiday gathering. Festive and fun, this adorable dipper features creamy cheese, lightly sweet and tart cranberries, and sharp white cheddar.
Prep Time15 minutes
Chill Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 15 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Brunch, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12
Calories: 325kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 8 oz blocks cream cheese softened
  • 3 1/2-4 cups shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped chives
  • 1/2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 cups dried cranberries such as Craisins, can also use dried cherries

Instructions

  • Add the softened cream cheese to a mixing bowl, and using a hand mixer whip it until smooth & creamy.
  • Add the remaining ingredients EXCEPT cranberries to the cream cheese, mixing just until evenly combined.
  • Transfer most of the mixture to syran wrap, and wrap it completely to close. Gently use your hands to shape it into a rough conical hat shape. Transfer 2-3 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture to it's own smaller piece of wrap, wrap it, and shape it into a little ball. Refrigerate both pieces for 1-2 hours.
  • Add the cranberries to a large flat plate, and spread them out into a single layer.
  • Remove the cheeseball from the fridge, un wrap it, and roll it in the cranberries to coat. Press them in to the side if needed to stick, and to cover any gaps or bare spots.
  • Transfer the prepared hat to a serving tray of choice. Unwrap the small ball, shape it (if needed), and secure it with a tooth pick to the top of the hat.
  • Allow the mixture to soften for 10-15 minutes before serving with your favorite dipping options.

Nutrition

Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 334mg | Potassium: 101mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 860IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 278mg | Iron: 1mg