Description
Irresistible no-bake treats combining the savory richness of feta with the sweet zing of cranberries and the crunch of pistachios.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, at room temperature
- 2 cups feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 Tbsp orange zest, freshly grated
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup shelled roasted pistachios, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup crushed Blue Diamond Original Nut-Thins, plus more whole crackers for serving
- 1/4 cup packed fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine cream cheese, crumbled feta, orange zest, olive oil, garlic powder, and salt. Beat until integrated and fluffy.
- Wrap and refrigerate the mixture for an hour to enhance taste and set.
- Mix chopped cranberries, pistachios, crushed Nut-Thins, and parsley in a shallow bowl.
- Roll the chilled cheese mixture into 20 to 24 bite-sized balls.
- Gently roll each ball in the cranberry mixture to coat.
- Serve on Blue Diamond Original Nut-Thins or on a platter with crackers.
Notes
These treats are perfect for parties and can be prepared in advance. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg