Pumpkin Cheese Ball
Create a delightful Pumpkin Cheese Ball that adds a festive touch to any fall gathering! This charming appetizer, shaped like a pumpkin, combines the rich flavors of cream cheese and sharp cheddar, making it a crowd-pleaser for parties or cozy family nights. With its easy preparation and eye-catching presentation, this cheese ball is not only delicious but also perfect for sharing. Serve it alongside an array of crackers, fresh vegetables, or bread slices to create a vibrant appetizer platter that will impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-bake
- 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 (for decoration)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chive & onion cream cheese spread, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1 ¼ cups of shredded sharp cheddar until well mixed.
- Lay out a double layer of cling wrap on your counter and sprinkle ⅓ cup of shredded cheddar in the center.
- Spoon the cheese mixture onto the cling wrap and cover it completely with the remaining cheddar.
- Wrap tightly in cling wrap and shape into a round ball. Use rubber bands to create segments for a pumpkin look.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until firm. Before serving, remove rubber bands and garnish with a bell pepper stem.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce (28g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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