Pumpkin Cheese Ball
A creamy, savory cheese ball shaped like a pumpkin, coated in crushed nacho chips, and topped with a bell pepper stem. Perfect for fall parties, holiday spreads, or fun family nights.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces cream cheese softened
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix or 2 tablespoons homemade ranch seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup crushed nacho cheese chips like Doritos
- 1 bell pepper stem cut from a whole pepper
- Crackers pretzels, or veggie sticks for serving
Instructions
- Mix cream cheese, cheddar, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and paprika in a bowl until smooth and thick.
- Shape into a ball, wrap in plastic, and use rubber bands or string to form grooves.
- Chill for 1 hour until firm. Unwrap and roll in crushed nacho chips, pressing gently to coat.
- Place a bell pepper stem on top to resemble a pumpkin.
- Serve on a platter with crackers, pretzels, or veggie sticks.