Gluten-Free Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes for Holidays & Special Occasions Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Recipes Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Appetizer Recipes Pear-Pecan Cheese Ball 4.5 (4) 4 Reviews Sweet pear, salty Cheddar cheese and crunchy nuts make this healthy cheese ball recipe an alluring holiday treat. Serve with an array of crudités and crisp party crackers. By EatingWell Test Kitchen EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on August 16, 2019 Print Share Share Tweet Pin Email Cook Time: 15 mins Additional Time: 1 hrs Total Time: 1 hrs 15 mins Servings: 24 Yield: 24 servings Nutrition Profile: Low-Calorie Low Carbohydrate Egg Free Gluten-Free Vegetarian Low Sodium Low Added Sugars Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients 8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, softened 1 ¼ cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese 1 medium firm ripe pear, finely chopped 1 scallion, white and green separated, finely chopped ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon ground pepper ⅓ cup finely chopped toasted pecans Directions Stir cream cheese, Cheddar, pear, scallion white, salt and pepper together in a medium bowl. Coat a large piece of plastic wrap with cooking spray. Scoop the cheese mixture onto it. Using the plastic wrap to help you, form the cheese mixture into a ball, then completely wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 2 days. Just before serving, combine pecans and the reserved scallion greens in a shallow dish. Roll the cheese ball in the mixture, pressing to adhere. Tips Make Ahead Tip: Prepare through Step 2 and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 63 Calories 5g Fat 2g Carbs 3g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 24 Calories 63 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 2g 1% Dietary Fiber 0g 1% Total Sugars 1g Protein 3g 5% Total Fat 5g 7% Saturated Fat 2g 12% Cholesterol 13mg 4% Vitamin A 147IU 3% Vitamin C 0mg 0% Folate 4mcg 1% Sodium 118mg 5% Calcium 53mg 4% Iron 0mg 1% Magnesium 5mg 1% Potassium 36mg 1% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved