Pumpkin Cheese Ball
This Pumpkin Cheese Ball is the ultimate festive appetizer that combines visual charm with delightful flavors. Perfect for Halloween parties and Thanksgiving brunches, its pumpkin shape adds a seasonal flair to any gathering. The creamy blend of cream cheese and sharp cheddar creates a tangy, rich flavor profile that pairs beautifully with an assortment of crackers and fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves up to 10 people
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing and 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)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 bell pepper stem (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chive & onion spread, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1 ¼ cups of shredded cheddar until smooth.
- Lay out cling wrap and sprinkle ⅓ cup of shredded cheddar on top.
- Spoon the cheese mixture over the cheddar layer and cover with remaining shredded cheddar.
- Wrap the cling wrap tightly around the mixture to form a ball shape.
- Use thick rubber bands to create a pumpkin appearance by wrapping around the cheese ball.
- Chill for at least 2 hours before serving; carefully remove rubber bands after chilling.
- Garnish with a bell pepper stem and serve with your favorite crackers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce (28g)
- Calories: 98
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 181mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 24mg
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