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Skellington Cheese Ball Appetizer

Skellington Cheese Ball Appetizer: A Spooky Delight for Parties

The Skellington Cheese Ball Appetizer is a visually captivating Halloween treat that's easy to prepare and perfect for parties.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Halloween
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Base
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened for easy mixing
  • 1 cup Shredded White Cheddar Cheese freshly shredded for best flavor
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic for enhanced taste
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder or fresh onions as a swap
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
For Decoration
  • Black Olives for Skellington's facial features

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • plastic wrap
  • Serving platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 1 cup of shredded white cheddar cheese. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  2. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix until fully incorporated.
  3. Shape the cheese mixture into a smooth ball and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  4. Unwrap the cheese ball and place it on a serving platter. Use sliced black olives to create Skellington’s facial features.
  5. Serve chilled with crackers and sliced veggies. Enjoy your spooky appetizer!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Chill the cheese ball for at least an hour to maintain its shape.

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