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Pumpkin Cheese Ball

Delightful Pumpkin Cheese Ball for Festive Gatherings

This Pumpkin Cheese Ball is an eye-catching appetizer perfect for festive gatherings, combining creamy cheese with zesty flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Refrigeration Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheese Mixture
  • 2 packages cream cheese softened for easy mixing
  • 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese for bold flavor
  • 0.25 cups minced onion adds a zesty crunch
  • 2 tablespoons salsa for delicious kick
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin for earthy warmth
  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for heat
  • 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder for garlicky goodness
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
Coating and Decoration
  • 1 cup crushed nacho-flavored tortilla chips for crunchy layer
  • 1 small bell pepper stem for decoration
Serving
  • crackers or fresh vegetables for dipping

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add in the minced onion, salsa, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into a rough ball. If too soft, refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Spread the crushed tortilla chips on plastic wrap and roll the cheese ball in them.
  5. Create ridges around the ball to mimic a pumpkin shape.
  6. Insert the bell pepper stem into the top of the cheese ball for decoration.
  7. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  8. Serve with crackers or fresh vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened for a smooth mixture. Refrigerate the cheese ball for better shaping and flavor melding.

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