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Pecan Pie Cheese Ball Recipe

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A decadent, make-ahead pecan pie-inspired cheese ball that’s rolled in toasted pecans and drizzled with caramel. It comes together in minutes, then chills to set and firm for slicing and dipping into apples, graham crackers, or pretzels.

Ingredients

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    Base Cream Cheese Mixture

  • 2 packages cream cheese (8 oz each), softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 1 3.2 ounce package instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

    Caramel Filling

  • 2 packages caramel dip singles (such as Marzetti), plus extra for drizzling
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped toasted pecans

    Coating & Serving

  • 1/3 cup finely chopped pecans (divided)
  • Apple slices, graham crackers, pretzel chips, or your favorite dippers for serving

Instructions

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  • Prepare caramel filling: Combine caramel dip with 1 tablespoon of chopped pecans in a small bowl; refrigerate until ready to fill the cheese ball.
  • Make cream cheese mixture: Beat cream cheese and butter in a stand mixer until smooth. Add powdered sugar, brown sugar, pudding mix, lemon juice, salt, cinnamon, and 1/3 cup of the chopped pecans. Mix until just combined.
  • Shape the cheese ball: Line a medium bowl with plastic wrap, add the cream cheese mixture, and press down. Create a 3-inch-wide well in the center and refrigerate for 45 minutes.
  • Fill the well: Fill the well with the caramel mixture and seal the edges of the cream cheese to enclose it, forming a ball.
  • Chill the ball: Wrap the ball tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2–12 hours until firm.
  • Coat with pecans & serve: Roll the ball in the remaining pecans to coat. Transfer to a serving platter and drizzle with more caramel. Serve with apple slices, graham crackers, pretzel chips, or your favorite dippers.

    • Notes

    • Make-ahead friendly: The cheese ball can be prepared up to 12 hours in advance for convenience at parties.
    • Texture tip: For a smoother exterior, press more thoroughly when coating with pecans.
    • Caramel intensity: If you prefer extra sweetness, drizzle additional caramel just before serving.

    Keywords: pecan pie cheese ball, caramel cheese ball, dessert dip, party appetizer, no-bake cheese ball

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