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Spooky Halloween Cheese Ball Recipe

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This Spooky Cheese Ball is a fun and festive Halloween party appetizer that combines creamy cheeses, zesty seasonings, and a crunchy pretzel coating. Decorated with candy eyeballs and plastic spiders, it’s an eye-catching and delicious addition to your holiday spread that’s sure to impress guests of all ages.

Ingredients

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Cheese Ball Base

  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped black olives
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Coating and Decoration

  • 1/2 cup crushed pretzels or potato chips, for rolling
  • Optional: Small candy eyeballs, plastic spiders, or other Halloween-themed decorations

Instructions

  1. Beat Cream Cheese: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy using an electric mixer or a whisk to create a smooth base for your cheese ball.
  2. Add Mayonnaise: Gradually add mayonnaise, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated to enhance creaminess and moistness.
  3. Mix Cheeses: Stir in shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses for a flavorful and tangy cheese blend.
  4. Fold in Flavorings: Gently fold in chopped green onions, black olives, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
  5. Chill Mixture: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the cheese mixture for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and mixture to firm up.
  6. Soften Cheese Mixture: Remove from refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes so it’s easier to shape.
  7. Shape Cheese Ball: Place a sheet of plastic wrap on a clean surface. Scoop the cheese mixture onto the plastic wrap and shape it into a large ball using your hands or the wrap to form a smooth shape.
  8. Coat Cheese Ball: Pour crushed pretzels or chips onto a plate and roll the shaped cheese ball in the crushed topping, pressing gently to adhere evenly all around.
  9. Transfer to Serving Dish: Use a spatula to move the coated cheese ball onto your serving platter carefully.
  10. Decorate: Decorate the cheese ball with candy eyeballs, plastic spiders, or other Halloween-themed decorations to give it a spooky and festive look.
  11. Final Chill: Refrigerate the decorated cheese ball for at least another 30 minutes to allow decorations to set and the cheese ball to firm up before serving.

Notes

  • For best texture, ensure cream cheese is fully softened before mixing.
  • Substitute crushed potato chips for pretzels if preferred for a different flavor and texture.
  • This cheese ball can be prepared a day in advance; keep refrigerated covered tightly.
  • Use plastic wrap to help shape the cheese ball easily and cleanly.
  • Remove from refrigerator about 10 minutes before serving so the cheese ball is soft enough to spread.
  • Be creative with decorations to match your Halloween theme or party style.

Keywords: Halloween appetizer, cheese ball, party snack, spooky appetizer, cream cheese appetizer

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