Pumpkin Cheese Ball
Pumpkin cheese ball is the ultimate fall appetizer that combines creamy cheese with aromatic spices, creating a festive treat perfect for gatherings. Its vibrant orange color and rich flavors make it an eye-catching centerpiece, ideal for Halloween parties or cozy Thanksgiving get-togethers. Delight your guests as they spread this delicious cheese ball on crackers while enjoying the warmth of autumn.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned, not pie filling)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup chopped pecans (toasted)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup finely chopped green onions
- 1 tsp seasoning salt
- Crackers or fresh veggies for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, blend softened cream cheese and pumpkin puree until smooth.
- Stir in cheddar cheese, garlic powder, cinnamon, green onions, and seasoning salt until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a ball using plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Roll the chilled cheese ball in chopped pecans to coat evenly.
- Serve with crackers or fresh veggies on a platter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg