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Mini Pumpkin Cheese Balls

Delicious Mini Pumpkin Cheese Balls for a Spooky Treat

These Mini Pumpkin Cheese Balls are an irresistible spooky snack perfect for Halloween festivities.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Mix
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened at room temperature
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese substitute with favorite cheese if desired
  • 1/2 cup Pumpkin Puree for moisture and color
For the Coating
  • 1 medium Green Bell Pepper for stems
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Herbs like parsley for garnishing
  • 1 cup Pretzel Crumbs or crushed tortilla chips
Optional Dips
  • 1 cup Spicy Salsa choose mild or hot
  • 1 cup Creamy Ranch Dressing for dipping

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Plastic Wrap
  • small scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by softening cream cheese at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and pumpkin puree. Mix until smooth.
  3. Portion out the cheese mixture into 1-inch balls and roll them smooth.
  4. Cover and refrigerate the cheese balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  5. Prepare bell pepper or carrot sticks for stems and crushed pretzels for coating.
  6. Roll chilled cheese balls in pretzel crumbs, then press in a stem.
  7. Arrange on a platter, garnish with herbs, and serve with dips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Prepare ahead of time for enhanced flavors.

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