Rainbow Goat's Cheese Balls

Elevate your appetizer game with these stunning Rainbow Goat's Cheese Balls—a vibrant and flavorful treat that's as visually dazzling as it is delicious! Combining the creaminess of goat cheese and cream cheese with a hint of honey and black pepper, these luscious bite-sized snacks are rolled in an assortment of colorful, texture-rich toppings like dried cranberries, fresh parsley, roasted pistachios, black sesame seeds, and golden raisins. Perfect for entertaining, these no-cook cheese balls come together in just 20 minutes and can be served on festive pretzel sticks or skewers for an easy-to-handle, crowd-pleasing presentation. Whether you're hosting a party or simply looking to impress, these visually appealing and flavorful cheese balls are the ultimate make-ahead appetizer that will steal the spotlight on any platter.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 8 oz Goat cheese
• 4 oz Cream cheese
• 0.25 cup Dried cranberries (finely chopped)
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley (finely chopped)
• 0.25 cup Chives (finely chopped)
• 0.25 cup Roasted pistachios (finely chopped)
• 3 tbsp Black sesame seeds
• 0.25 cup Golden raisins (finely chopped)
• 1 tbsp Honey
• 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
• 24 pieces Pretzel sticks or mini skewers (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine goat cheese and cream cheese. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to thoroughly mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 2

Add honey and ground black pepper to the cheese mixture. Mix well to incorporate all the flavors.

Step 3

Prepare small bowls or plates with the assorted toppings: cranberries, parsley, chives, pistachios, black sesame seeds, and golden raisins.

Step 4

Using clean hands or a small cookie scoop, portion out the cheese mixture and roll it into approximately 1-inch balls. You should make about 24 cheese balls.

Step 5

Roll each cheese ball in one of the prepared toppings, pressing gently to ensure the topping adheres well and fully coats the cheese ball. For a rainbow presentation, use a variety of coatings.

Step 6

If serving with pretzel sticks or mini skewers, insert one into the center of each cheese ball for easy handling.

Step 7

Arrange the cheese balls on a serving platter and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to firm up before serving.

Step 8

Serve chilled as a delightful appetizer. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1287.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4534.6

Total Fat 147.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 292.7mg	0%
Sodium 8424.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 663.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.0g	0%
Total Sugars 106.8g
Protein 119.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1197.6mg	0%
Iron 41.4mg	0%
Potassium 2446.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.7%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 59.5%