Pumpkin Shaped Cheese Ball for Halloween or Thanksgiving
Description
Create a festive Pumpkin Shaped Cheese Ball for Halloween or Thanksgiving! Creamy, cheesy, and perfectly shaped, it’s a fun appetizer your guests will love.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, optional
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Crackers, bread, or veggies for serving,
Instructions
- In a large bowl, stir together the 8 ounces cream cheese, 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, and ½ teaspoon smoked paprika until smooth and fully combined.
- Scoop the cheese mixture onto a piece of plastic wrap and gently form it into a round pumpkin shape. Wrap tightly and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Roll the chilled cheese ball in ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts, herbs, or extra paprika to give it a pumpkin-like appearance.
- Top with a small piece of green bell pepper or a chive to serve as the “stem.”
- Place the finished pumpkin on a serving platter and surround it with crackers, bread slices, or fresh vegetables for a festive presentation.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Spoon
- Saran Wrap
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 108kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 137mgPotassium: 37mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 405IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 115mgIron: 0.1mg