This pumpkin-shaped cheese ball is such a cute idea for any fall party.
The perfect appetizer for holiday parties or cozy get-togethers, our recipe combines cream cheese with flavorful seasonings, all molded into a festive pumpkin shape. Not only is it easy to make, but it also pairs beautifully with a variety of crackers, veggies, and breads.
This cheese ball is not just a treat for the taste buds but also a stunning centerpiece for your holiday table.
For more creative and delicious ideas to celebrate the season, be sure to check out our fall recipes.
How to Make a Pumpkin Cheeseball
Find the full recipe in the printable recipe card at the end of this post.
Gather your ingredients:
Using an electric mixer cream both blocks of softened cream cheese until smooth in a large bowl.
Combine cream cheese mixture with ranch seasoning, worcestershire sauce, and diced pepper, stir until fully combined.
Add in one cup of shredded cheddar cheese and stir once more to ensure all ingredients are fully combined.
Spread out a large piece of plastic wrap and put ¼ cup of shredded cheese onto the wrap. Transfer cheese mixture and shape mixture it into a ball, place cheese ball on top of the shredded cheese.
Sprinkle remaining shredded cheese on the cheeseball to ensure all sides are coated.
Wrap the cheese ball up tightly with the plastic wrap, 2 layers will work best so you don’t have any of the mixture coming out. Wrap the cheese ball with four large rubber bands to make the indentations for the adorable pumpkin shape.
Place the wrapped cheese ball into the fridge for at least 2 hours (overnight is best)
Remove from the fridge and cut off the rubber bands, unwrap and place the pumpkin stem on top of the cheese ball.
Serve with sturdy crackers or veggies. Enjoy!
What to Serve with a Homemade Cheese Ball
- A variety of your favorite crackers are always a go-to option.
- Crunchy breadsticks, tortilla chips, pita chips or pretzels are nice and sturdy for spreading cheese.
- Fresh, crisp veggies like carrot sticks, celery, bell pepper strips and cucumber slices
- Apple slices are sweet and tart, offering a refreshing twist to each bite.
- Serve a small dish of roasted almonds, pecans, or walnuts for a nutty crunch that enhances the flavor of the cheeseball, as well as dried fruits such as
- cranberries, apricots, or figs to add a touch of sweetness that balances the savory flavors.
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pumpkin shaped cheeseball recipe
Ingredients
- 2 - 8 oz block cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons dry ranch powder mix
- 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
- 3 green onions sliced (optional)
- 1 red pepper finely diced (save the stem)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Using an electric mixer cream both blocks of cream cheese until smooth,
- Add ranch powder mix, worcestershire sauce, and diced pepper, stir until fully combined.
- Add in one cup of shredded cheddar cheese and stir once more to ensure all ingredients are fully combined.
- Spread out the plastic wrap and put ¼ cup of shredded cheese onto the wrap. Shape cream cheese mixture into a ball and place on top of the shredded cheese.
- Take the remaining cheddar cheese and sprinkle all over the remainder of the cheese ball to ensure all sides are coated.
- Wrap the cheese ball up tightly with the plastic wrap, 2 layers will work best so you don’t have any of the mixture coming out. Wrap the cheese ball with four large rubber bands to make the indentations for the pumpkin.
- Place it into the fridge for at least 2 hours (overnight is best)
- Remove from the fridge and cut off the rubber bands, unwrap and place the stem on top.
- Serve with crackers or veggies. Enjoy!