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A round cheese ball covered with pomegranate seeds on a platter with meats, fruits, and cheese.
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Christmas Cheese Ball

Make this Christmas Cheese Ball with Pomegranates and Rosemary, its creamy, colorful, and simple!
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword Christmas Cheese Ball
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 8 servings
Calories 95kcal
Author Ksenia Prints

Equipment

  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Spoon or silicone spatula
  • Small knife and cutting board
  • Shallow bowl or plate
  • Serving board

Ingredients

  • 8 oz goat cheese softened
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary finely chopped
  • 1 cup pomegranate arils
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional
  • Olive oil for hands

Instructions

Mix the base

  • In a bowl, stir softened goat cheese with finely chopped rosemary. If using honey, fold it in until the mixture looks smooth and holds a soft mound.

Shape

  • Lightly oil your hands and roll the mixture into a compact ball. It should feel pliable, not sticky. If it’s slack, chill 5 minutes to firm.

Coat with pomegranates

  • Spread pomegranate arils in a shallow bowl. Roll the cheese ball through the arils, pressing gently so they adhere. Rotate to fill any bare spots.

Chill

  • Set the cheese ball on a plate and chill about 30 minutes. The surface sets, the arils stay crisp, and slicing becomes cleaner.

Serve

  • Transfer to a small board or platter. Add crackers, toasted baguette slices, or crisp vegetables. Let it sit a few minutes so it spreads smoothly.

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Nutrition

Calories: 95kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 105mg | Potassium: 58mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 1mg