Cheese Ball Great for Halloween
Transform your Halloween snack table with this whimsical "Cheese Ball Great for Halloween" recipe! Perfectly combining creamy and savory flavors, this festive cheese ball blends softened cream cheese, sharp cheddar, minced garlic, and green onions with a hint of Worcestershire sauce and paprika for a bold, unforgettable taste. Rolled in crushed pretzels or chopped nuts for a crunchy coating, the cheese ball is then shaped into a pumpkin and topped with a green bell pepper stem for a playful seasonal touch. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes (plus chilling time) and ideal for serving with crackers, this spooky yet sophisticated appetizer is sure to be the talk of your Halloween party. Let this easy, no-bake recipe be your go-to for impressing guests while keeping the Halloween spirit alive!
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Ingredients
- 16 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp Minced garlic
- 2 Green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 cup Crushed pretzels or finely chopped nuts (for rolling)
- 1 Green bell pepper stem (for decoration)
- 1 box Crackers (for serving)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, minced garlic, chopped green onions, Worcestershire sauce, and paprika. Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Step 2
Lay a sheet of plastic wrap on the counter and transfer the cheese mixture onto it. Gather the edges of the plastic wrap and shape the mixture into a ball.
Step 3
Refrigerate the cheese ball for at least 2 hours, or until firm enough to hold its shape.
Step 4
Once the cheese ball has chilled, remove it from the plastic wrap and roll it in crushed pretzels or finely chopped nuts, ensuring it is evenly coated all around.
Step 5
Use your hands to gently shape the ball so it resembles a pumpkin. Add grooves by pressing the side of your fingers lightly into the ball to mimic the ridges of a pumpkin.
Step 6
For the finishing touch, press the stem of a green bell pepper into the top center of the cheese ball to act as the pumpkin's stem.
Step 7
Serve with crackers arranged around the cheese ball on a platter for dipping. Enjoy your spooky Halloween appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1113.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4118.9 |
| Total Fat 267.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 148.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 742.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7496.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 335.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 28.7g | |
| Protein 117.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 48.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2196.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1300.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories