It seems that everyone has focused on the bad things that happened in 2020. I could start listing the bad, but I choose to focus on the good. Yes, it has been different and stressful. I decide not to be a glass half empty type of person, though. As we go into 2021, I find myself thankful for much in 2020, and it is my wish that you can do that also.
Party appetizers are a must for New Year’s Eve! From finger foods and delicious dips to Charcuterie boards. A table full of appetizers is sure to get your celebration off to a great start.
Here’s is a fun cheeseball that everyone loves. This chocolate chip cheeseball is a sweet surprise served with graham crackers. It is somewhat sticky, and I find it easier to roll this into a ball if I do it in a bowl. Pour some of your chopped pecans or chips into the bottom of the bowl. Place the cheeseball mixture on top, and then use the bowl to help guide you into making it into a ball. Pour additional pecans or chips on top. Now, you should be able to dump the ball onto waxed paper and finish covering it with nuts or chips.
Chocolate Chip Cheeseball
Ingredients
- 2 (8-ounces) cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup butter softened
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup toffee bits optional
- 3/4 cup finely chopped pecans or additional mini chocolate chips
- Graham Crackers for serving
Instructions
- Beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Add vanilla and sugars and mix well.
- Stir in 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips and toffee bit (if using). Mix well.
- Cover and place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Remove mixture from refrigerator and roll into a ball. Mixture will be very sticky. Cover ball completely with pecans or mini chocolate chips. Place on serving dish. Wrap with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour. Serve with graham crackers.
