Description
Delight your guests with a whimsical pumpkin-shaped cheese ball, perfect for fall gatherings and Halloween parties. This creamy, zesty treat will be the star of your appetizer spread!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional, for rolling)
- Slices of bell pepper or cucumber (for “leaves” and “vines”)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and let the cream cheese soften at room temperature.
- Mix It Up: In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, paprika, and chopped green onions. Blend until smooth using an electric mixer or fork.
- Shape Your Pumpkin: Use your hands to shape the mixture into a round ball, lightly pressing it down to form a pumpkin shape.
- Chill Out: Wrap the cheese ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 1 hour to solidify its shape.
- Decorate Your Masterpiece: Once chilled, unwrap and place on a serving platter. Roll in chopped nuts if desired. Add bell pepper or cucumber slices on top as decoration.
- Serve with Style: Arrange an assortment of crackers or veggie sticks around the cheese ball for easy serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 oz (56g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating herbs like dill or chives. - Experiment with different nuts or seeds for coating. - Allow the cheese ball to chill thoroughly before serving for best results.