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Skellington Cheese Ball Appetizer

Skellington Cheese Ball Appetizer

This Skellington Cheese Ball Appetizer combines creamy flavors and spooky charm, making it perfect for Halloween gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Ball
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened for easy mixing
  • 1 cup Shredded White Cheddar Cheese fresh is preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder adjust to taste
  • a pinch Black Pepper adjust based on preference
For Decoration
  • Black Olives used for decoration

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Plastic Wrap
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, blend 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 1 cup of shredded white cheddar cheese until smooth and creamy.
  2. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Scoop the cheese mixture and form it into a ball shape. Smooth the surface.
  4. Wrap the cheese ball tightly in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  5. Unwrap the cheese ball and craft the Skellington face using black olives.
  6. Transfer the cheese ball to a serving platter and surround it with crunchy crackers and fresh vegetable sticks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 5gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for blending. Chill the cheese ball to maintain its shape and use a sharp knife for precise decoration.

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