Pumpkin Cheese Ball
A creamy, flavorful pumpkin cheese ball that combines rich cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and zesty ranch seasoning, perfect for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 120 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Pumpkin Puree
- 1–2 tablespoons Ranch Dressing Mix
- 1/2 cup Pecans, chopped
- Fresh Herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Blend the Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and pumpkin puree. Mix until smooth.
- Add Cheddar and Seasoning: Fold in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and ranch dressing mix until well combined.
- Shape the Cheese Ball: Using your hands, shape the mixture into a ball. Chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes if too soft.
- Coat with Pecans: Roll the cheese ball in chopped pecans until evenly coated.
- Chill & Serve: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with an assortment of dippers.
Notes
Can be customized with various herbs or spices. Try different nuts for coating. Great for potlucks and gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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