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Pumpkin Cheese Ball

This festive pumpkin cheese ball is a creamy blend of cream cheese, sharp cheddar, ranch seasoning, and spices, coated in crushed nacho chips and topped with a pepper stem for a fun pumpkin look. Perfect for fall gatherings and easy to serve with crackers, pretzels, or veggies.
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Author: Sandra Myers

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

  • In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until smooth.
  • Shape into a ball, wrap in plastic, and use rubber bands or string to form pumpkin-like grooves.
  • Chill for at least an hour. Unwrap and roll in crushed nacho chips until fully coated.
  • Add a bell pepper stem on top, then serve with crackers, pretzels, or veggie sticks.