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mini pumpkin cheese balls on a platter
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Mini “Pumpkin” Cheese Balls

These little guys are kinda spicy! These mini "pumpkin" cheese balls are a very different Thanksgiving appetizer, your guests will be impressed.
Course Snacks
Cuisine American
Prep Time 45 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 12 Servings
Calories 104kcal

Ingredients

  • 8 oz. Softened Cream Cheese
  • ½ tsp. Garlic Powder
  • Pinch Cayenne Pepper
  • 1 Cup Grated Cheddar Cheese
  • 2 Green Onions
  • Paprika

Instructions

  • Mix cream cheese, red peppers, garlic and cayenne together until well blended. Stir in cheddar cheese and chill.
  • Roll the cheese mixture into 1 inch balls and then roll them through paprika to cover. Use a butter knife to make segment indentions like a pumpkin.
  • Cut green onion stems into 1 inch pieces, fold in half length-wise and add it to the pumpkins like a stem.
  • Store in the refridgerator until you are ready to serve.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, substitute the cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese with Daiya products.
Serve with flax crackers or veggie slices. Some may just munch em all alone!

Nutrition

Calories: 104kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Fiber: 1g