Pumpkin Patch Cheese Ball

Health score
2%
Pumpkin Patch Cheese Ball
45 min.
12
368kcal

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Get ready to impress your guests with a delightful and festive treat: the Pumpkin Patch Cheese Ball! Perfect for any gathering, this charming appetizer is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delicious cheese ball that serves 12 people, making it an ideal choice for parties, game days, or holiday celebrations.

The combination of creamy chive and onion cream cheese with extra-sharp Cheddar creates a rich and savory base, while a hint of cayenne pepper and paprika adds a delightful kick. Shaped like a pumpkin and adorned with pretzel stems and parsley leaves, this cheese ball is sure to be the centerpiece of your antipasti spread. Pair it with an assortment of crackers and honey-wheat twist pretzels for a crunchy contrast that will have everyone coming back for more.

At just 368 calories per serving, this cheese ball is a guilt-free indulgence that balances protein, fat, and carbs beautifully. So, gather your ingredients, channel your inner chef, and let’s create a stunning Pumpkin Patch Cheese Ball that will leave your guests raving!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • oz approx cream cheese spread 
  • 12 servings round buttery crackers assorted
  • oz cream cheese softened
  • leaf parsley 
  • 12 servings honey 
  • teaspoons paprika 
  • 16 oz cheddar cheese shredded extra-sharp

Equipment

  • bowl
  • knife

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine cheeses and spices. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours. Shape mixture into a ball; lightly press into a pumpkin shape. Smooth surface with a table knife. Press pretzel and parsley into top of cheese ball for pumpkin stem and leaf.
  2. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories368kcal
Protein13.32%
Fat65.91%
Carbs20.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.44
Glycemic Load
3.56
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
8.3604348638783%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:368.48kcal
18.42%
Fat:27.22g
41.88%
Saturated Fat:14.59g
91.19%
Carbohydrates:19.3g
6.43%
Net Carbohydrates:18.78g
6.83%
Sugar:8.51g
9.46%
Cholesterol:68.61mg
22.87%
Sodium:535.95mg
23.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.38g
24.76%
Calcium:334.32mg
33.43%
Phosphorus:238.64mg
23.86%
Vitamin A:1017.99IU
20.36%
Selenium:13.14µg
18.78%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.3%
Zinc:1.61mg
10.75%
Vitamin K:11.01µg
10.48%
Vitamin E:1.13mg
7.51%
Vitamin B12:0.44µg
7.37%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.83%
Folate:21.68µg
5.42%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.25%
Iron:0.91mg
5.04%
Vitamin B3:0.87mg
4.34%
Magnesium:15.85mg
3.96%
Vitamin B5:0.34mg
3.36%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.86%
Potassium:86.47mg
2.47%
Fiber:0.52g
2.1%
Copper:0.04mg
2.05%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%
Source:My Recipes