Description
A fun, crowd-pleasing appetizer that transforms a classic cheese spread into a playful Halloween centerpiece.
Ingredients
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- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce or hot sauce (optional)
- 1 tube refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 2 candy eyes (or small pieces of olives for edible eyes)
- Crackers, pretzels, and vegetables for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and shredded cheddar. Add garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and optional Worcestershire sauce. Beat until smooth.
- Transfer the cheese mixture onto plastic wrap and shape into a ball. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll out and slice crescent roll dough into strips.
- Wrap the cheese ball with dough strips, leaving space for the eyes. Tuck ends under the ball.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly, then insert candy eyes. Serve with crackers, pretzels, and vegetables.
Notes
For an extra touch, dust baked dough with smoked paprika and brush with melted butter. Use fresh herbs for garnish.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: cheese ball, Halloween appetizer, festive food, party food