Pumpkin Cheese Ball
Celebrate the flavors of fall with this delightful Pumpkin Cheese Ball, a perfect centerpiece for your holiday gatherings. Its vibrant pumpkin shape and rich, creamy texture will impress your guests while being incredibly easy to prepare in just 15 minutes. Made with a blend of chive, onion, and sharp cheddar cheeses, this savory appetizer is ideal for dipping with crackers or fresh veggies, bringing a festive touch to any Thanksgiving or Halloween party. With its crowd-pleasing appeal and seasonal flair, it’s sure to become a favorite at your autumn celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 7.5 oz chive & onion cream cheese spread
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese (freshly grated)
- 1 stem from a bell pepper (for decoration)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl or food processor, combine softened cream cheese, chive & onion spread, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1 ¼ cups shredded sharp cheddar until smooth.
- Lay out cling wrap on a flat surface and sprinkle ⅓ cup shredded cheese in the center.
- Place the cheese mixture on top of the sprinkled cheese and cover it completely with the remaining shredded cheddar.
- Wrap the mixture tightly in cling wrap to form a ball shape; secure it with rubber bands for an adorable pumpkin look.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Once chilled, remove from wrap and top with a bell pepper stem.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (about 70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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