Pumpkin-Shaped Cheddar Cheese Ball Delights Await You!
Cheesy, savory, and shaped to impress! This Pumpkin-Shaped Cheddar Cheese Ball is a delightful appetizer perfect for fall parties, Halloween, and Thanksgiving celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 1 hr 15 min
- Yield: 8–10 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g shredded sharp cheddar
- 225g cream cheese, softened
- 60g grated mozzarella
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper
- 100g crushed cheese crackers
- 1 small bell pepper stem
- Fresh thyme sprigs
Instructions
- Combine cheeses, garlic, onion, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Wrap in plastic and form a ball. Use string or spoon edge to create ridges. Chill for 1 hour.
- Roll in crushed crackers. Add the stem and thyme leaves for garnish.
Notes
- Use dairy-free cheese for a vegan option.
- Add jalapeños for a spicy kick.
- Serve with gluten-free crackers for a gluten-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Protein: 9g