Epicure Recipes

Cran & Apple Cinnamon Cheese Ball

Appetizers & Small BitesLow-sodiumOnion-freeGluten-freeSugar ConsciousGarlic-free

2 hrs

1 large or 2 small cheese balls

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Savoury with a touch of sweet – ideal for after dinner or a casual glass with friends.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp Cranapple Cinnamon Sweet Dip Mix
  • 1 pkg (8 oz/ 250) brick light cream cheese
  • 1 cup sliced almonds

Preparation

  1. In a food processor or electric mixer, mix Dip Mix with cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Form into a ball and roll in almonds.
  3. Refrigerate for a few hours, or overnight. Remove from fridge 30 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information

Per serving(2 tbsp): Calories 160, Fat 11 g (Saturated 4 g, 0 0 g), Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 150 mg, Carbohydrate 11 g (Fiber 1 g, Sugars 9 g), Protein 5 g.

Tips

Cookie crumbs can be used in place of sliced almonds.

For a great bagel spread, mix 2 tbsp of Dip Mix with 1 — 8 oz (250 g) container light spreadable cream cheese.