Pumpkin Patch Cheese Balls

Pumpkin Patch Cheese Balls
45 min.
36
70kcal

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As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, there’s nothing quite like the festive flavors of autumn to bring a smile to your face. Get ready to impress your family and friends with these delightful Pumpkin Patch Cheese Balls! Perfectly sized for party platters, these charming little bites embody the essence of fall while delivering a burst of savory goodness in every creamy, cheesy mouthful.

Imagine the pleasure of biting into a smooth, garlic-flavored cheese exterior, revealing a zesty surprise of pimiento-stuffed olives at the center. With a clever twist, these cheese balls are transformed into adorable pumpkin shapes, thanks to a touch of vibrant food coloring and a few quick cuts with a knife. Each ball is adorned with a crunchy pine nut stem, making them not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes!

Whether you’re hosting an intimate gathering or a lively autumn celebration, these Pumpkin Patch Cheese Balls are sure to be the talk of the table. They can be served right from the oven while still warm or at room temperature, making them a versatile choice for any occasion. Plus, with a bit of foresight, you can even prepare and freeze them ahead of time, ready to bake on a moment’s notice. So roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and let the pumpkin festivities begin!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • drops purple gel food coloring red
  • drops purple gel food coloring yellow
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • ounce pimiento stuffed olives drained
  • tablespoons pinenuts 
  • ounce alouette garlic & herbs spreadable cheese 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • knife
  • blender

Directions

  1. Bake pine nuts in a shallow pan at 350, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until toasted; cool.
  2. Stir together butter and food colorings in a large bowl.
  3. Add flour and red pepper; cut in cheese with a pastry blender until mixture is blended. Shape into a large ball using hands.
  4. Press 1 tablespoon mixture around each olive. Using dull side of a paring knife, score cheese balls with vertical lines to resemble pumpkins. Chill 1 hour.
  5. Bake on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet at 400 for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden.
  6. Place 1 pine nut into each cheese ball to resemble stem.
  7. Serve immediately or at room temperature, or freeze up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts

Calories70kcal
Protein5.07%
Fat68.63%
Carbs26.3%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.97
Glycemic Load
2.88
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.2708695667755%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:69.84kcal
3.49%
Fat:5.46g
8.4%
Saturated Fat:1.6g
9.99%
Carbohydrates:4.71g
1.57%
Net Carbohydrates:4.36g
1.59%
Sugar:0.07g
0.07%
Cholesterol:5.14mg
1.71%
Sodium:141.52mg
6.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.91g
1.81%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.23%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.96%
Vitamin A:140.38IU
2.81%
Selenium:1.82µg
2.6%
Folate:9.93µg
2.48%
Vitamin E:0.37mg
2.45%
Vitamin B3:0.35mg
1.73%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.69%
Iron:0.3mg
1.67%
Fiber:0.35g
1.39%
Copper:0.02mg
1.08%
Source:My Recipes