Pumpkin Cheese Ball
Elevate your fall gatherings with this delightful Pumpkin Cheese Ball! This festive appetizer, shaped like a pumpkin, combines creamy cream cheese and sharp cheddar for a rich flavor that pairs perfectly with crunchy crackers. Ideal for Thanksgiving brunch or Halloween parties, this easy-to-make cheese ball promises to impress your guests with its unique presentation and delicious taste. In just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create a stunning centerpiece for your table that serves up to 10 people.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- 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 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 sharp cheddar until well combined.
- Lay out cling wrap on the counter and sprinkle ⅓ cup of shredded cheddar in the center.
- Scoop the cheese mixture onto the cheddar layer and cover with remaining shredded cheese.
- Wrap the cling wrap tightly around the mixture to form a ball.
- Use rubber bands to shape the wrapped ball into a pumpkin form.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Top with a bell pepper stem for decoration and serve with assorted crackers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 40g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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