Ingredients:

  • 16 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 packet (28g) ranch seasoning mix
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp green onions, finely minced
  • 1.5 cups pecans, finely chopped
  • 2 large twist pretzels
  • 2 whole black olives
  • 1 cherry tomato

Instructions:

  1. Place 16 oz softened cream cheese in your mixing bowl and beat with an electric mixer until smooth and velvety. Note: This ensures there are no cold lumps that will ruin the texture later.
  2. Add 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, one 28g packet of ranch seasoning, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder.
  3. Mix on medium speed until the spices are fully incorporated and the color is uniform.
  4. Fold in 2 cups shredded cheddar and 2 tbsp minced green onions by hand. Note: Using a spatula instead of the mixer here preserves the texture of the cheese shreds.
  5. Spoon the mixture onto a large sheet of plastic wrap.
  6. Gather the corners of the wrap and twist the top tightly until a firm sphere forms.
  7. Place the wrapped ball into a small bowl and refrigerate for 4 hours until the proteins have set and the ball is firm.
  8. Spread 1.5 cups chopped pecans on a flat plate and roll the chilled ball in them until completely coated and no cheese shows through.
  9. Press two twist pretzels into the top for antlers, two olives for eyes, and a cherry tomato for the nose.
  10. Serve immediately or keep chilled until the guests arrive. Best Cheese for Grilled Cheese My Ultimate Melt Guide — Struggling to find the best cheese for grilled cheese This guide explores the...Seriously Cheesy Homemade Cheddar Popcorn in 20 Mins — Forget dusty shaker cheese This is the best cheddar cheese popcorn recipe boa...Golden Gooey Goodness How to Grill Cheese Sandwich Perfection — Learn how to grill cheese sandwich like a pro My easy recipe guarantees golde... $img_2$