Pumpkin Shaped Cheese Ball: 5 Easy Festive Delights to Impress
Celebrate the fall season with these delightful pumpkin-shaped cheese balls that will impress your guests at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1 small bell pepper, cut into leaves for decoration
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and green onions. Mix until well blended.
- Shape the mixture into a ball and place it on a serving plate.
- Sprinkle paprika over the cheese ball to give it a pumpkin color.
- Using the bell pepper, create leaves and stick them into the top of the cheese ball.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add jalapeños or other hot peppers.
- This recipe can be made a day in advance for easier preparation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 200 milligrams
- Fat: 8 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 2 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
- Cholesterol: 20 milligrams
Keywords: Pumpkin Shaped Cheese Ball, Cheese Ball, Festive Delights