Best 7 Pumpkin Seed Cheese Ball Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure with this guide to crafting the perfect pumpkin seed cheese ball. This delightful appetizer combines the earthy, nutty flavor of pumpkin seeds with the rich, creamy texture of cream cheese, creating a delectable treat that will elevate any gathering. Let your creativity soar as you explore various flavor combinations and coatings, transforming this simple recipe into a showstopping centerpiece that will impress your guests and leave them craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PUMPKIN CHEESE BALL



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No one will guess that this make-ahead pumpkin cheese ball has pumpkin in it, but that subtle ingredient lends harvest color and added nutrition. -Linnea Rein, Topeka, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup canned pumpkin
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 package (2-1/2 ounces) dried beef, finely chopped
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
Green pepper stem
Crackers or assorted fresh vegetables

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat cream cheese, pumpkin and pineapple. Stir in cheddar cheese, beef and onion. Shape into a ball; wrap in plastic wrap. Wrap cheeseball in 4 pieces of string or 4 rubber bands, creating indentions to resemble a pumpkin. Chill for one hour. Add green pepper stem for pumpkin stem. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 174mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

PUMPKIN SEED CHEESE BALL



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Save some of your home-roasted pumpkin seeds to coat this creamy onion spread from our home economists.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 1 cheese ball (1-3/4 cups).

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup roasted fresh pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup unsalted sunflower kernels
Assorted crackers or fresh vegetables

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until easy to handle. Meanwhile, on a plate, combine pumpkin seeds and sunflower kernels; set aside. , Shape cream cheese mixture into a ball; gently roll in pumpkin seed mixture (lightly press seeds into cream cheese mixture if necessary). Wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm. Serve with crackers or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 79mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

PUMPKIN CHEESE BALL



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Provided by Michelle Buffardi

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • With a mixer, blend 16 ounces room-temperature cream cheese with 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar, 3 tablespoons minced onion, 2 tablespoons salsa, 2 teaspoons ground cumin and 1 teaspoon minced jalapeno. Scoop onto plastic wrap and use the wrap to form the mixture into a 5-inch pumpkin-shaped ball; chill at least 2 hours. To serve, unwrap, roll in crushed nacho-flavored tortilla chips and press a bell pepper stem into the top.

PUMPKIN CHEESE BALL



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This adorable cheese ball gets its pumpkin-orange coloring from ground-up cheese puffs and the stem is cleverly stolen from a bell pepper.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups orange cheese puffs
2 pounds cream cheese, at room temperature
3 cups shredded Cheddar
1/4 cup chopped chives
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 bell pepper with a long stem
Crackers, for serving

Steps:

  • Put the cheese puffs in a food processor and process until finely ground. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Combine the cream cheese, Cheddar, chives, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl and mix to combine. Mold the mixture into a ball, pressing the top of the ball with your hand to flatten it. With the tip of a butter knife, carve lines down the sides to resemble a pumpkin.
  • Roll the cheese ball in the ground cheese puffs. Remove the entire bell pepper stem with a paring knife and put it on top of the cheeseball as the pumpkin stem. Seed and slice the bell pepper. Serve the cheeseball on a plate with crackers and slices of bell pepper.

PUMPKIN NACHO CHEESE BALL



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Make and share this Pumpkin Nacho Cheese Ball recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cupcakeRAE

Categories     High In...

Time 15m

Yield 1 ball, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 ounces room temperature cream cheese (I used 1/3 fat free)
3 tablespoons salsa
2 tablespoons cumin
3 tablespoons minced onions
1 teaspoon minced jalapeno
2 cups cheddar cheese
nacho cheese flavored tortilla chips, for decoration and serving
1 bell pepper, for decoration and serving

Steps:

  • With a mixer, blend 16 ounces room-temperature cream cheese with 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, 3 tablespoons minced onion, 3 tablespoons salsa, 2 teaspoons ground cumin and 1 teaspoon minced jalapeno.
  • Scoop the mix into plastic wrap and form into a ball. Chill approximately 1 hour.
  • Once chilled unwrap and roll into crushed nacho tortilla chips, then press a bell pepper stem into top of ball.
  • Serve with pepper slices and tortilla chips.
  • Prep time does not include chilling time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.9, Fat 14.6, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 46.1, Sodium 198.4, Carbohydrate 2.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 1.4, Protein 5.5

MINI CHEESEBALL PUMPKINS WITH CARAMELIZED GARLIC



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These look great on any Thanksgiving or Halloween table! Very fancy looking, but so easy to make. (Prep time includes chill time.)

Provided by jowolf2

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Ball Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 ½ teaspoons butter
3 tablespoons chopped garlic
1 ½ teaspoons white sugar
2 cups shredded aged Cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
¼ cup chopped green onions
¼ teaspoon garlic salt
1 cup finely crushed cheese-flavored crackers (such as Pepperidge Farm® Goldfish)
12 pretzel sticks
1 small bunch fresh parsley, or to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat until sizzling, about 30 seconds. Add garlic and sugar. Cook, stirring constantly, until garlic just starts to brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Immediately remove from heat. Transfer garlic mixture to a bowl. Add Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, green onions, and garlic salt. Beat using an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Cover and refrigerate until firm enough to handle, about 30 minutes.
  • Shape chilled cheese mixture into golf-ball-sized balls. Roll each ball in crushed crackers and slightly flatten the bottom. Press 1/2 a pretzel stick into the top. Repeat with remaining cheese mixture.
  • Spread parsley out on a serving plate and place mini cheeseball pumpkins on top, leaving enough room in between for parsley to show through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.3 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 21.3 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 630.7 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

PUMPKIN SHAPED CHEESE BALL



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A tasty pumpkin cheese ball that looks great as centerpiece for Thanksgiving on your appetizer table.

Provided by Pumpkie

Categories     Spreads

Time 2h15m

Yield 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1/4 cup solid-pack pumpkin
1/4 cup pineapple preserves
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, fresh works best
1 pretzel stick, broken in half
assorted cracker

Steps:

  • Beat cheeses, pumpkin, preserves and spices in medium bowl until smooth.
  • Cover and refrigerate 2- 3 hours or until cheese if firm.
  • Shape mixture into round pumpkin, place on serving plate.
  • Using knife score vertical lines down pumpkin.
  • Place pretzel rod in top for stem.
  • Cover loosely and refrigerate until serving.
  • Serve with crackers placed around pumpkin.

Tips for Making the Perfect Pumpkin Seed Cheese Ball

- To ensure the cheese ball holds its shape well, use a combination of cream cheese and hard cheese, such as cheddar or Parmesan. - For a smoother texture, let the cream cheese come to room temperature before mixing. - To easily coat the cheese ball in pumpkin seeds, place the seeds in a shallow dish and roll the cheese ball around until evenly coated. - For a more flavorful cheese ball, use a variety of herbs and spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, or cayenne pepper. - For a festive presentation, garnish the cheese ball with additional pumpkin seeds, chopped herbs, or a drizzle of honey.

Conclusion

The pumpkin seed cheese ball is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture, nutty flavor, and festive appearance, it is sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give this pumpkin seed cheese ball a try. You won't be disappointed!

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