Pumpkin cheese ball: Your perfect fall appetizer!
A delightful and festive pumpkin cheese ball that makes for the perfect fall appetizer, combining cream cheese, pumpkin puree, and spices for a seasonal treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (for coating)
- Crackers or veggies (for serving)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and pumpkin puree until smooth.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, and pumpkin pie spice. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a ball and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up.
- Once chilled, roll the cheese ball in the chopped pecans until fully coated.
- Serve with crackers or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mixture.
- This cheese ball can be made a day in advance for convenience.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.