Step 1

In a large bowl using a hand mixer on medium speed, beat the cream cheese, white cheddar cheese, ½ cup of dried cranberries, ½ cup of pecans, and 1 tablespoon of chives.

Step 2

Scrape the sides of the bowl, bringing the mixture to the center. This will make about 3 cups.

Step 3

Set out a 10x10-inch piece of plastic wrap.

Step 4

Using greased hands, form the cream cheese mixture into a ball and place onto the sheet of plastic wrap. Bring the edges of the plastic wrap together to seal the cheeseball. Allow to chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour, or until firm.

Step 5

On a plate, combine the remaining cranberries, pecans, and chives.

Step 6

Remove the cheese ball from the refrigerator. After taking off the plastic wrap, roll the cheese ball into the remaining cranberries, pecans, and chives, pressing slightly.

Step 7

Let the cheese ball sit out at room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving.

Step 8

Serve with crackers.