Pumpkin Cheese Ball
A festive twist on the classic cheese ball, this Pumpkin Cheese Ball is perfect for fall gatherings and adds charm to any table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 135 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups sharp cheddar, shredded
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika (+ extra for coating)
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 cup crushed cheese crackers or finely chopped pecans (for coating)
- 1 pretzel rod or bell pepper stem (for pumpkin stem)
- Fresh parsley leaves (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: Beat cream cheese, cheddar, sour cream, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Shape & Chill: Scoop the mixture onto plastic wrap, form into a ball, and chill for at least 120 minutes (overnight is best).
- Coat: Roll the chilled ball in crushed crackers or nuts until fully covered.
- Shape Pumpkin: Use twine (or spaghetti noodles) to gently press ridges around the sides, then remove.
- Add Stem: Insert the pretzel rod or pepper stem on top and garnish with parsley leaves as desired.
- Serve: Let sit for 15–20 minutes at room temperature before serving with crackers, pretzels, or crisp veggies.
Notes
Make it vegan by using cashew cream instead of cream cheese and plant-based cheddar. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Find it online: https://easyumrecipes.com/pumpkin-cheese-ball/