Description
This Pumpkin Cheese Ball is a delightful centerpiece for any fall gathering. With its charming pumpkin shape and creamy texture, it’s sure to impress your guests at Thanksgiving, Halloween parties, or cozy autumn get-togethers. This easy-to-make appetizer can be prepared in just 15 minutes and is fully customizable to suit your taste. The rich combination of cream cheeses and sharp cheddar creates a savory treat that pairs beautifully with a variety of crackers or fresh vegetable sticks. Whether you serve it at a festive gathering or enjoy it during a quiet evening at home, this Pumpkin Cheese Ball will quickly become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 7.5 oz chive & onion cream cheese spread
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese (freshly grated, divided)
- 1 bell pepper stem for decoration
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chive & onion spread, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1 ¼ cups of shredded cheddar until well blended.
- Lay out double cling wrap on your counter; place ⅓ cup of shredded cheddar on the bottom.
- Form the cheese mixture into a ball over the cheddar and cover completely with remaining cheddar.
- Wrap tightly with cling wrap to shape into a ball and secure with rubber bands for ridges.
- Chill in the fridge for at least two hours before serving. Decorate with the bell pepper stem.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/10 of the cheese ball (approx. 70g)
- Calories: 168
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 321mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 38mg