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Skellington Cheese Ball Appetizer Recipe

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This Skellington Cheese Ball Appetizer is a fun and festive party snack featuring a creamy blend of cream cheese and shredded white cheddar cheese, seasoned with garlic and onion powder, and decorated with black olives to create a spooky Skellington face. It’s perfect for Halloween gatherings or themed events.

Ingredients

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Cheese Ball

  • 2 cups cream cheese (softened)
  • 2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Decoration

  • Black olives (for eyes, nose, and mouth)

Instructions

  1. Combine cheeses: In a medium mixing bowl, thoroughly blend the softened cream cheese and shredded white cheddar cheese until smooth and well integrated.
  2. Add seasonings: Sprinkle in garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the flavors throughout the cheese mixture.
  3. Shape cheese ball: Form the cheese mixture into a compact ball using your hands or a spatula to create a sturdy base for decoration.
  4. Chill the ball: Wrap the cheese ball tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This chilling step firms up the mixture, making it easier to handle and decorate.
  5. Decorate with olives: After chilling, use black olives to create Skellington’s face features such as eyes, nose, and mouth by pressing them gently onto the surface of the cheese ball.
  6. Serve: Place the decorated cheese ball on a serving platter and serve as a festive appetizer for your guests.

Notes

  • Use fresh, softened cream cheese and freshly shredded cheddar for the best texture and flavor.
  • Chilling is essential to help the cheese ball hold its shape and make decorating easier.
  • Feel free to substitute black olives with other edible decorations if desired.
  • The cheese ball can be prepared a day in advance and stored tightly wrapped in the refrigerator.

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