Pumpkin Shaped Cheese Ball (Edit recipe)

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A festive, crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s as cute as it is delicious! This Pumpkin-Shaped Cheese Ball blends creamy cheese, Garden Ranch Seasoning Mix, and a hint of fresh chives, all rolled in crushed Nacho Cheese Doritos for a bright orange finish. Perfect for fall gatherings, Halloween parties or served as a Thanksgiving appetizer.

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PREP TIME

15 minutes

COOK TIME

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INGREDIENTS

6

Serves: 16

Ingredients

16 oz Cream Cheese, Full Fat
0.5 cup Sour Cream
0.75 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
1 Organic Garden Ranch Seasoning Mix - Primal Palate
2 Tbsp Chives, chopped
1.5 cups Nacho Cheese Flavored Tortilla Chips - Doritos, crushed

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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

In a large mixing bowl, add softened cream cheese and sour cream. Use a hand mixer to blend until smooth and creamy.
Add shredded cheddar, chopped chives and ranch seasoning. Mix until evenly combined.
Transfer the mixture onto a large piece of plastic wrap. Form it into a round ball, then tightly wrap it in the plastic.
Use three pieces of baker’s twine to gently tie around the wrapped cheese ball, spacing them evenly to create indents that mimic pumpkin ridges. Tie securely but not so tight that the cheese squishes out.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the shape to set.
Spread the crushed Doritos on a plate. Unwrap the cheese ball and roll it gently in the crumbs, pressing lightly to fully coat.
Place on a serving platter, insert the bell pepper stem at the top, and serve with pretzel crackers or fresh vegetables.

Notes

If you don't have Doritos, any cheese-flavored tortilla chip will work for the cheese ball coating. For an added bit of spiciness, add a few drops of Tabasco or similar hot sauce to the cheese ball when you add in the chives and spice mix.

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	238
Fat:	15 g
Carbohydrates:	15 g
Protein:	6 g
Cholesterol:	18 g
Sodium:	206 mg
Fiber:	1 g
Sugars:	1 g
Sugar Alcohol:	0 g
Calculated per serving.