Pumpkin Cheese Ball
Get ready to impress your guests with this delightful Pumpkin Cheese Ball! This festive appetizer is perfect for any autumn gathering, from Halloween parties to Thanksgiving brunches. With its charming pumpkin shape and creamy blend of cheeses, it’s not only visually appealing but also a deliciously savory treat that pairs wonderfully with your favorite crackers. Easy to make and customizable with various herbs and spices, this cheese ball will be the star of your table. Gather your ingredients, involve the kids in shaping it, and watch everyone enjoy this fun, seasonal delight!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 7.5 oz chive & onion cream cheese spread
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese (freshly grated, divided)
- 1 bell pepper stem (for decoration)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, chive & onion spread, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1 ¼ cups of shredded sharp cheddar until smooth.
- Lay out cling wrap on your counter and sprinkle ⅓ cup of shredded cheddar on it. Scoop the cheese mixture onto the wrap and mold it into a ball shape.
- Coat the ball with remaining shredded cheddar and wrap tightly in cling wrap to maintain shape.
- Use rubber bands around the cheese ball to create pumpkin grooves. Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
- Once chilled, remove rubber bands and decorate with a bell pepper stem before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (28g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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