Description
Indulge in the festive spirit of fall with this delightful Pumpkin Cheese Ball, a charming appetizer that brings joy to any gathering. Shaped like a pumpkin and adorned with a bell pepper stem, this creamy cheese ball combines rich cream cheeses and sharp cheddar for an unforgettable flavor experience. Perfect for Thanksgiving brunches, Halloween parties, or cozy autumn get-togethers, it serves as both a delicious snack and an eye-catching centerpiece. With just 15 minutes of preparation time, this easy-to-make appetizer will impress guests of all ages. Serve it alongside an array of crackers and veggies for a fun and interactive dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 7.5 oz chive & onion cream cheese spread
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese (freshly grated)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 stem from a bell pepper (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, chive & onion spread, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1 ¼ cups of shredded sharp cheddar until smooth.
- Layer cling wrap on your counter; sprinkle ⅓ cup cheddar on it.
- Spoon the cheese mixture over the cheddar, covering it completely with remaining cheese.
- Wrap tightly in cling wrap; use rubber bands to shape into a pumpkin.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Garnish with the bell pepper stem and serve with crackers or veggie sticks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg