Bite-sized charcuterie-inspired snack balls with cheese, meats, and festive mix-ins for easy holiday sharing.
# Components:
→ Cheeses
01 - 4 ounces soft goat cheese
02 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
03 - 3.5 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated
→ Meats
04 - 2.8 ounces prosciutto, finely chopped
05 - 2.8 ounces salami, finely chopped
→ Add-Ins
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
07 - 2 tablespoons dried cranberries, finely chopped
08 - 2 tablespoons roasted pistachios, chopped
09 - 2 tablespoons walnuts, chopped
10 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
11 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Coatings
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped pecans
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped dried cranberries
15 - 2 tablespoons finely crushed crackers (use gluten-free if needed)
16 - 2 tablespoons chopped chives
# Directions:
01 - Place goat cheese, cream cheese, and grated cheddar into a medium mixing bowl. Mix with a rubber spatula until smooth and fully incorporated.
02 - Stir in prosciutto, salami, chopped chives, dried cranberries, roasted pistachios, walnuts, Dijon mustard, and black pepper until evenly distributed.
03 - Transfer mixture to the refrigerator and chill for 15 to 20 minutes so the blend firms up for shaping.
04 - Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, portion mixture to form 24 bite-sized balls.
05 - Roll each ball in selected coatings such as parsley, pecans, dried cranberries, crushed crackers, or chopped chives, ensuring the surface is evenly covered.
06 - Arrange the coated snack balls onto a platter or serving board and keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
