Pineapple and Ham Cheese Ball is a great make ahead appetizer that is perfect for using up leftover Easter and Thanksgiving ham. Ham and pineapple make a great combination with the saltiness from the ham and sweetness of the pineapple. The whole cheese ball is covered in crunchy chopped pecans.

 
This Pineapple and Ham Cheese Ball can be mixed together in about 5 minutes. It’s a simple mixture of cream cheese, a little cheddar cheese, seasoned salt, pineapple, and finely chopped ham.
Shape it into a ball and refrigerate it for up to 3 days. Make sure it is wrapped well in plastic wrap.  Then roll it in chopped pecans just before serving.

 
I love it spread on Wheat Thins but this cheese spread goes great with any cracker or even bagel or pita chips. I’m a sucker for a salty, savory snack that has a little sweetness and this Pineapple and Ham Cheese Ball really fits the bill.

Pineapple and Ham Cheese Ball

Pineapple, ham, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and green onion make a savory cheese ball with a little sweetness. The whole cheese ball is coated in crunchy pecans.

2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, (softened)
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple, (drained well)
2/3 cup finely chopped ham
2 green onions, (sliced)
1 cup finely chopped pecans

In a large bowl, stir together cream cheese, cheddar cheese, seasoned salt and pineapple until well mixed.

Add ham and green onions and stir t...