Pumpkin Cheese Ball Appetizer (Printer-Friendly)
Creamy cheese blend with cheddar and spices shaped into a festive pumpkin ball, perfect for fall gatherings.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Dairy
01 -
16 ounces cream cheese, softened
02 -
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
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3 tablespoons minced onion
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1 teaspoon minced jalapeno
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1 bell pepper stem, for garnish
→ Condiments & Spices
06 -
2 tablespoons salsa
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2 teaspoons ground cumin
→ Coating
08 -
Crushed nacho-flavored tortilla chips, for rolling
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Using a mixer, blend softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, minced onion, salsa, ground cumin, and minced jalapeno until fully incorporated.
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Scoop the mixture onto plastic wrap and use it to form a 5-inch ball shaped like a pumpkin.
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Refrigerate the shaped ball for at least 2 hours to firm up.
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Remove the chilled ball from the wrap, roll it evenly in crushed nacho-flavored tortilla chips, and press a bell pepper stem into the top to resemble a pumpkin stem.
# Additional Suggestions:
01 -
Chilling the ball for at least 2 hours ensures it holds its shape when coated.