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Skellington Cheese Ball Appetizer

Skellington Cheese Ball Appetizer: A Spooky Party Hit!


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  • Author: Dishyo
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 10–12 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A spooky-fun party centerpiece — creamy herbed cheese shaped into a Jack Skellington pumpkin face, perfect with crackers and veggies!


Ingredients

  • Cream cheese (16 oz, softened)
  • Shredded cheddar cheese (1 cup)
  • Green onions (2 tbsp, finely chopped)
  • Garlic powder (1 tsp)
  • Worcestershire sauce (1 tsp)
  • Black food coloring or crushed black tortilla chips (for decoration)
  • Salt & pepper (to taste)
  • Crackers, pretzels, or veggies (for serving)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar, green onions, garlic powder, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  2. Shape the mixture into a ball, then flatten slightly to resemble a pumpkin head.
  3. Chill 1 hour to firm up.
  4. Use black food coloring or crushed black tortilla chips to create Jack Skellington’s eyes, nose, and stitched grin.
  5. Place on a platter and garnish with rosemary sprigs or herbs for a spooky effect.
  6. Surround with crackers, cheese cubes, grapes, and pretzels for dipping.
  7. Keep chilled until serving time for best texture and shape.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add some diced jalapeños to the cheese mixture.
  • Can be made a day in advance; just keep it chilled until serving.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Chill
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg