Pumpkin Cheese Ball

Name: Pumpkin Cheese Ball
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 16 oz cream cheese (softened); 1½ cups sharp cheddar cheese (finely shredded); 1½ cups Monterey Jack cheese (finely shredded); ½ cup pumpkin puree; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 1½ cups pecans (roughly chopped, for coating); 1 cinnamon stick (for the stem); 3-4 small sage leaves; 1 small bay leaf

Instructions

Prep:20min

A festive pumpkin-shaped cheese ball that makes an easy centerpiece for fall gatherings, Thanksgiving parties, and holiday appetizer spreads. It has a savory, creamy flavor with a rich, nutty finish and pairs beautifully with crackers, pretzels, apple slices, and fresh vegetables.

Updated at: Sat, 05 Sep 2026 07:55:51 GMT