Pumpkin-Shaped Cheese Ball Charcuterie Board
Turn a classic cheese ball into a festive pumpkin-shaped centerpiece with this quick and crowd-pleasing recipe. Perfect for fall gatherings or Halloween parties, this savory board combines creamy cheese, crackers, meats, fruits, and veggies in a fun and seasonal way.
Equipment
- 2 medium mixing bowls
- Plastic wrap sheet
- Large serving board
- sharp kitchen knife
Ingredients
Cheese Ball:
- 16 oz cream cheese 2 blocks, softened
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika for color
- 1 pretzel rod for stem
Board Add-Ons:
- 10 –12 assorted crackers
- 1 cup mini pretzels
- 1 cup sliced cucumber
- 1 cup baby carrots
- 1/2 cup green grapes
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup roasted almonds
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a ball using a spatula or clean hands.
- Roll the cheese ball in paprika to coat the outside and give it an orange, pumpkin-like color.
- Wrap the cheese ball tightly in plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour to help it firm up and hold its shape.
- After chilling, use a butter knife or spoon edge to gently press vertical grooves around the cheese ball to mimic pumpkin ridges.
- Insert the pretzel rod into the top center as the stem.
- Place the cheese ball in the center of a large serving board.
- Arrange assorted crackers, mini pretzels, sliced cucumber, baby carrots, grapes, dried cranberries, and almonds around the cheese ball for a full charcuterie effect.
- Serve chilled.