Holiday Cheese Truffles

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They may look as cute as holiday chocolates, but these mini cheese balls are made for those of us who love a little cayenne and sharp Cheddar on our party plate.

time

prep:

15 min

total:

4 hr 15 min

servings

total:

24 servings, 2 truffles and 5 crackers each

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What You Need

pkg. (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened

pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese

tsp. garlic powder

Dash ground red pepper (cayenne)

1/4

cup chopped roasted red peppers

green onions, sliced

1-2/3

cups chopped PLANTERS Pecans

SOCIABLES Crackers

Make It

BEAT first 4 ingredients with mixer until blended. Divide in half. Add peppers to half, and onions to remaining half; mix each until blended.

REFRIGERATE several hours or until chilled.

SHAPE each mixture into 24 (1-inch balls); roll in nuts. Serve with crackers.

Kraft Kitchens Tips

Size-Wise

Enjoy a single serving of these indulgent holiday treats.

Special Extra

Try these other coatings for these tasty truffles -- sesame seed, chopped fresh parsley, paprika and your favorite KRAFT Shredded Cheese.

Variations

Prepare as directed, using one of the following options: Festive Wreath: Alternately arrange different flavored truffles in a large circle on platter to resemble a holiday wreath. Create a decorative bow out of green onion strips; use to garnish wreath. Cheese Logs: Roll each half into 6-inch log, then roll in desired coatings.

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