Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Black olives (for eyes and mouth)
- Mini pretzels or breadsticks (for bones)
- Assorted vegetables or crackers for serving
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, chopped green onions, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well blended.
- Shape the mixture into a round or skull shape using plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to firm.
- Remove from fridge and place on a serving platter. Use black olives to create eyes and a mouth, cutting as needed. Add vegetable slices or additional olives for detailed features.
- Arrange mini pretzels or breadsticks around the cheese ball to resemble skeletal bones, inserting them into the cheese for stability and visual effect.
- Decorate with vegetables, crackers, or themed decorations as desired. Serve with assorted vegetables and crackers for dipping.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute plant-based cream cheese and vegan shredded cheese.
- Keep decorated cheese ball covered and refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- Add chopped herbs or nuts into the cheese mixture for extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
