Start by unwrapping the creamy goat cheese and slicing it into 8-10 equal discs. Set the discs aside on a clean plate.

In a small skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 1 cup of chopped pecans, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, ½ teaspoon of cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir frequently for about 5 minutes.

Transfer the pecan mixture onto a piece of parchment paper and allow it to cool for approximately 10 minutes. Once cooled, crush the mixture into a fine texture.

Finely chop ½ cup of dried cranberries and set them aside in a bowl.

In a shallow dish, combine the crushed pecans, chopped cranberries, and 2 tablespoons of finely chopped parsley. Stir until evenly distributed.

Take each goat cheese disc and press it into the pecan and cranberry mixture on both sides, then roll them into a ball shape.

Insert a pretzel stick into the top of each cheese ball for easy serving or serve with veggie sticks instead.

Arrange the cheese balls on a platter along with assorted crackers or veggie sticks and enjoy!