Description
This Pumpkin Cheese Ball is the ultimate fall appetizer that will steal the show at any gathering. Its eye-catching pumpkin shape and vibrant orange color bring festive flair to your table, making it perfect for Halloween parties, Thanksgiving feasts, or cozy autumn get-togethers. With a creamy blend of cream cheese, chive & onion spread, and sharp cheddar, this savory treat offers a mouthwatering flavor that will have your guests coming back for seconds. Easy to prepare and fun to serve, this delightful cheese ball pairs wonderfully with crackers, fresh veggies, or toasted baguette slices, making it a versatile addition to your seasonal appetizer spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 7.5 oz chive & onion cream cheese spread
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese (freshly grated)
- 1 bell pepper stem (for decoration)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and chive & onion spread until smooth.
- Stir in salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1¼ cups of shredded sharp cheddar.
- Place cling wrap on your counter and sprinkle ⅓ cup of cheddar on it.
- Spoon the cheese mixture onto the cheddar and cover with remaining cheddar.
- Wrap tightly to form a ball shape and secure with rubber bands.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Decorate with a bell pepper stem and serve with assorted dippers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 98
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 221mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg