Ornament Cheese Ball

A festive and cute cheese ball perfect for holiday gatherings, decorated to resemble an ornament.

By @thefarmhousepages

Original recipe source

Cook time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons salted butter
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 8 ounces white cheddar block, fresh shredded
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons green onion, chopped
• 0.125 teaspoon black pepper, ground
• 1 cup pomegranate arils, fresh and patted dry
• 1 rolo candy, unwrapped
• 0 rosemary sprig

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add the freshly shredded white cheddar to the bowl and mix until well combined.
3. Stir in the minced garlic, chopped green onion, and ground black pepper.
4. Shape the cheese mixture into a ball and place it on a serving plate.
5. Press the pomegranate arils onto the surface of the cheese ball, covering it completely.
6. Place the unwrapped Rolo candy on top of the cheese ball to resemble an ornament top.
7. Optionally, garnish with a sprig of rosemary for decoration.