1 cherry tomato or a slice of red bell pepper for the nose
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it is smooth and creamy. Add the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, and black pepper. Mix everything together with a spatula until the ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the cream cheese.
Lay a large piece of plastic wrap on your counter. Scoop the cheese mixture onto the center of the plastic. Bring the edges of the wrap up and twist them together to form the cheese into a firm ball. Place the wrapped ball in the refrigerator for at least one hour, or until it is firm enough to hold its shape when handled.
Once the cheese has chilled and firmed up, remove it from the plastic wrap. Roll the ball in the chopped pecans, pressing gently so the nuts stick to the entire surface. This serves as the reindeer’s fur and provides a wonderful crunch with every bite.
Place the nut-covered ball onto your serving platter. Gently press two large pretzel twists into the top of the ball to serve as antlers. Place the two black olives near the center for the eyes, and add the cherry tomato or red bell pepper slice just below them to create the iconic red nose.
