Delightful Pumpkin-Shaped Cheese Ball Recipe - The Ultimate Party Snack
This delightful pumpkin-shaped cheese ball is a perfect party snack that combines creamy cheeses and spices for a flavorful treat. It's visually appealing and easy to serve with crackers and vegetables.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup finely chopped green onions
- ¼ cup fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup chopped pecans for coating
- 1 small green bell pepper for the stem
- An assortment of crackers fresh vegetables, or sliced bread for serving
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar, crumbled feta, and grated Parmesan until smooth.
- Stir in the finely chopped green onions, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and season with salt and pepper.
- With clean hands, shape the cheese mixture into a large ball, creating a pumpkin-like form with subtle ridges.
- Roll the cheese ball in the chopped pecans for an even coating.
- Cut a small piece of green bell pepper to serve as the pumpkin stem and insert it into the top of the cheese ball.
- Transfer the cheese ball to a serving platter and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Serve with crackers, fresh vegetables, or slices of bread for dipping.
Notes
Chill the cheese ball for at least 1 hour to enhance flavors.