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Pumpkin Cheese Ball Recipe

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Everyone will get a kick out of this creamy, savory spread. The zippy cheddar ball can be made a day ahead. —Suzanne McKinley, Lyons, Georgia

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Pumpkin Cheese Ball Recipe

Prep: 20 min. + chilling

Yield: 20 Servings

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Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 celery rib or broccoli stalk
Sliced apples and assorted crackers

Directions

In a small bowl, beat cream cheeses until smooth. Stir in the cheddar cheese, paprika and cayenne. Shape into a ball; wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until firm.
With a knife, add vertical lines to the cheese ball to resemble a pumpkin; insert a celery rib or broccoli stalk for the stem. Serve with apples and crackers. Yield: 2-1/2 cups.

Originally published as Pumpkin Cheese Ball in Taste of Home October/November 2007, p17

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Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2011 by Homeschoolmy3

I just made this cheese ball for the first time for a church function. I simple shaped it into a ball as opposed to the pumpkin shape (though it's a cute idea). Several folks asked for a copy of the recipe as it was a huge hit. it was very delicious, and I'll definitely be making this again! Yummy!

Reviewed on Nov. 23, 2010 by sirshylock

This is a family favorite. Great for any big get together. My mom made it as a Thanksgiving appetizer a few years ago and now it is a staple.

Reviewed on Oct. 25, 2010 by lurky27

Served this at a fall party & it was a big hit!

~ Theresa

Reviewed on Oct. 17, 2010 by AnissaE

This appetizer is delicious and festive all rolled up in a ball. Tip for making the pumpkin shape - cover with plastic wrap and shape in to ball. Wrap 4 rubber bands around ball. Regrigerate but periodically take out cheese ball and tug on rubber bands to score the ball.

Reviewed on Nov. 26, 2009 by vraklis

My cousin brought this to our Thanksgiving feast, and honestly I ate more of this cheese ball than anything else! It is so delicious, I had to sneak some home with me. I will definitely make this cheese ball for future potlucks!

Reviewed on Nov. 11, 2009 by Russell11

Great app plus got raving reviews!

Reviewed on Oct. 17, 2009 by karliq

I made this last year and I am making it again this year. It is rather easy and tastes great! The cayenne pepper gives it a tiny kick, mild enough for kids! Fun & easy!

Reviewed on Sep. 25, 2009 by chickluvs2cook

This is a Bunco night must!

Reviewed on Sep. 16, 2009 by ekuhistorygirl

I made this for Halloween last year. It was a huge hit. It was easy to make and festive. Great with wheat crackers. It was such a hit it's already been requested for the party this year.