Pumpkin Cheese Ball
This Pumpkin Cheese Ball is a charming and festive appetizer that makes a delightful addition to any fall gathering. With its inviting pumpkin shape, it serves as an eye-catching centerpiece for your table. Combining creamy cream cheese, savory cheddar, and zesty chive flavors, this cheese ball is perfect for Thanksgiving brunches, Halloween parties, or cozy family snacks. Not only is it easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, but it also pairs wonderfully with an array of crackers and fresh veggies, making it a versatile choice for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 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 bell pepper stem (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chive & onion spread, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1 ¼ cups of shredded cheddar until smooth.
- Layer cling wrap on your counter and sprinkle ⅓ cup of shredded cheddar on top. Spoon the cheese mixture over it and cover with remaining cheddar.
- Wrap tightly in cling wrap to form a ball shape and use rubber bands to create a pumpkin shape. Chill for at least two hours.
- Once chilled, remove rubber bands and top with a bell pepper stem before serving with crackers or veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 ounce (28g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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