Pumpkin Cheese Ball
Indulge in the delightful charm of our Pumpkin Cheese Ball, a festive appetizer that captures the essence of fall gatherings. Shaped like a pumpkin, this creamy cheese ball combines rich cream cheese, zesty chive and onion spread, and sharp cheddar for a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for Halloween parties, Thanksgiving brunches, or any autumn celebration, it pairs beautifully with an array of crackers and fresh vegetables. Not only is it visually appealing, but it’s also easy to prepare ahead of time—making it a must-have addition to your seasonal spread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 7.5 oz chive & onion cream cheese spread
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese (freshly grated)
- 1 bell pepper stem (for decoration)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, chive & onion spread, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1 1/4 cups of shredded cheddar until smooth.
- Place double-layered cling wrap on your counter; sprinkle 1/3 cup shredded cheddar on it.
- Scoop the cheese mixture onto the center of the cheddar layer; cover with remaining shredded cheddar.
- Wrap tightly in cling wrap and press gently to form a round ball.
- Double-wrap with rubber bands to shape into a pumpkin; chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Garnish with a bell pepper stem for presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 97
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 146mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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