Best 2 Pumpkin Shaped Cheese Ball Recipes

Pumpkin shaped cheese balls are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a fun and flavorful appetizer or dessert that will impress your guests. Whether you are looking for a savory snack or a sweet treat, this article will provide you with the best recipes for cooking pumpkin shaped cheese balls that are sure to be a hit.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

PUMPKIN-SHAPED CHEESE BALL

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Everyone will get a kick out of this creamy, savory spread. The zippy cheddar ball can be made a day ahead. -Suzanne McKinley, Lyons, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 celery rib or broccoli stalk
Sliced apples and assorted crackers

Steps:

In a small bowl, beat cream cheeses until smooth. Stir in the cheddar cheese, paprika and cayenne. Shape into a ball; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until firm. , With a knife, add vertical lines to the cheese ball to resemble a pumpkin; insert a celery rib or broccoli stalk for the stem. Serve with apples and crackers.

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PUMPKIN SHAPED CHEESE BALL

Pumpkin Shaped Cheese Ball image

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

Ingredients

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:

Use a variety of cheeses to create a flavorful cheese ball. A good combination is cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
Add some spices and herbs to the cheese ball for extra flavor. Good choices include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and chili powder.
If you want a smooth cheese ball, blend the ingredients until they are completely combined. If you prefer a chunkier cheese ball, leave some of the ingredients unblended.
Roll the cheese ball in chopped nuts, seeds, or herbs for a festive look.
Serve the cheese ball with crackers, bread, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Pumpkin-shaped cheese balls are a fun and festive way to celebrate fall. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of recipes to choose from, you are sure to find one that you will love. So get creative and have fun making your own pumpkin-shaped cheese ball!

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