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Pumpkin-Shaped Cheese Ball

Pumpkin-Shaped Cheese Ball: Your Must-Have Halloween Treat

The Pumpkin-Shaped Cheese Ball is a festive, no-bake appetizer that delights with creamy flavors, ideal for Halloween gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheeseball
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese Make sure it's at room temperature.
  • 1.5 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Feel free to substitute with your favorite cheese variety.
  • 3 tablespoons Minced Onion Shallots work well as a milder alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Salsa Choose mild or hot salsa according to your preference.
For Coating
  • 1 cup Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips Crushed for coating; use flavored chips for an extra kick.
For Decoration
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper Serves as the charming pumpkin stem.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Plastic wrap
  • Serving platter

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, minced onion, and salsa until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Scoop the cheese mixture onto plastic wrap and shape it into a pumpkin shape, approximately 5 inches in diameter. Secure and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  3. Once chilled, unwrap the cheeseball and place crushed tortilla chips on a plate.
  4. Gently roll the cheeseball in the crushed tortilla chips until evenly coated, pressing lightly to adhere.
  5. Insert the green bell pepper into the top center of the cheeseball to resemble a pumpkin stem.
  6. Transfer to a serving platter and pair with crackers, pretzel chips, or fresh vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing. Chill thoroughly for best results.

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