Pumpkin Cheese Ball
Create a delicious Pumpkin Cheese Ball that’s perfect for fall gatherings! This festive appetizer features a creamy blend of cheeses and zesty seasonings, all shaped like a pumpkin for an eye-catching presentation. Ideal for Thanksgiving, Halloween, or any autumn celebration, this cheese ball is easy to prepare and will surely impress your guests. Serve it alongside an array of crackers and fresh veggies for a delightful snacking experience that everyone will enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 10 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 stem from a bell pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chive & onion spread, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1 ¼ cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese. Mix until well blended.
- Lay out cling wrap on your counter and sprinkle with the remaining ⅓ cup cheddar cheese. Spoon the cheese mixture onto the cheddar and cover completely with additional shredded cheese.
- Wrap the mixture in cling wrap to form a round shape and secure with rubber bands to create the pumpkin shape. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill.
- Once chilled, remove rubber bands and cling wrap. Decorate with the bell pepper stem before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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