cranberry and walnut cheese truffles
Posh up this year's Christmas cheese board with these mini cheese truffles rolled in festive cranberries and walnuts. But they aren't just for Christmas - perfect for any party or gathering!
Ingredients (UK/Australia? Click below for grams/ml)
for the cheese truffle mixture
- 7 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese grated (or other tasty grated cheese)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
for the coatings
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries chopped finely (I do this in a mini food processor)
- 1/2 cup walnuts chopped finely (also done in a mini food processor) (alternatives: chopped apricots or other dried fruit, pistachios, paprika, fresh chopped herbs)
Instructions
- Mix together the cream cheese, grated cheeses, garlic powder and paprika in a bowl, then cover and chill for at least 30 minutes (overnight is perfect).
- Combine your chosen toppings on a plate.
- Roll teaspoons of cheese mixture into truffle shapes, then roll them in your plate of toppings. Place on a plate or on baking paper, and chill until ready to eat.
Notes
You can store the finished truffles in the fridge (in an airtight container) for up to 3 days. Alternatively, freeze any mixture you don’t want to use immediately, then defrost and roll and coat when needed.
Delicious served with crackers, chutneys and fruit!
Nutrition
Calories: 67kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 71mgPotassium: 26mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 165IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.1mg
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