Pumpkin Cheese Ball
This Pumpkin Cheese Ball is a delightful centerpiece for your fall gatherings, combining festive charm with creamy, savory flavors. Shaped like a pumpkin, it adds a cheerful touch to any appetizer spread—from Halloween to Thanksgiving. Crafted from a blend of cream cheeses and sharp cheddar, this easy-to-make dish creates a rich taste that pairs perfectly with an array of dippers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Not applicable
- Total Time: 2 minute
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 7.5 oz chive & onion cream cheese spread
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese (freshly grated)
- 1 bell pepper stem (for decoration)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chive & onion spread, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1 1/4 cups of grated cheddar until smooth.
- Lay out cling wrap on the counter and sprinkle 1/3 cup of shredded cheddar in the center.
- Shape the cheese mixture on top of the cheddar and cover with remaining cheese.
- Wrap tightly in cling wrap and shape into a ball using rubber bands for a pumpkin effect.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Decorate with a bell pepper stem and serve with crackers or veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use room temperature cream cheeses for easier mixing. Feel free to experiment with spices or herbs to customize flavors. Prepare the cheese ball a day ahead for optimal taste as flavors meld together.
Find it online: https://fluffyrecipes.com/pumpkin-cheese-ball/