Pumpkin Cheese Ball
Create a delightful Pumpkin Cheese Ball that’s perfect for fall gatherings! This festive appetizer brings a charming pumpkin shape to your table, making it an eye-catching centerpiece for Thanksgiving or Halloween parties. Blending creamy cheeses with zesty spices, this easy-to-make recipe is not only delicious but also great for sharing. Serve it with an assortment of crackers and fresh veggies for a crowd-pleasing snack that will impress your guests without any fuss. Embrace the flavors of autumn and elevate your next gathering with this fun and tasty treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 7.5 oz chive & onion cream cheese spread
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese (freshly grated, divided)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 stem from a bell pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, chive & onion spread, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1 ¼ cups shredded cheddar until smooth.
- Lay out cling wrap and sprinkle ⅓ cup of shredded cheddar on it. Scoop the cheese mixture into the center.
- Use remaining cheddar to cover the mixture; wrap tightly in cling wrap to form a ball shape. Use rubber bands to create a pumpkin shape.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. After chilling, remove rubber bands and top with a bell pepper stem before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (28g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 178mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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