Mini Pumpkin Cheese Balls Recipe

These Mini Pumpkin Cheese Balls are the ultimate savory Halloween and fall party appetizer. Made with cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and a touch of seasoning, they’re rolled into small balls, coated with crushed nacho cheese chips or paprika for color, and styled to look like pumpkins. A pretzel stick or celery stem completes the look, turning each bite into a festive little pumpkin. They’re creamy, flavorful, and fun to make ahead, making them a crowd-pleasing addition to any Halloween snack table.

Mini Pumpkin Cheese Balls Recipe

Mini Pumpkin Cheese Balls are savory, bite-sized appetizers shaped like little pumpkins, perfect for Halloween and fall gatherings.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 19 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 12

Cuisine: American

Calories: 110

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 8 oz cream cheese softened
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp onion powder
• ¼ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ cup crushed nacho cheese chips or extra paprika for coating
• 12 small pretzel sticks for stems
• 12 celery leaves or parsley sprigs for garnish

Method

 

1. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika until smooth.
2. Roll mixture into small balls (about 1–2 tablespoons each).
3. Roll balls in crushed nacho cheese chips or paprika for pumpkin color.
4. Use a toothpick or knife to create pumpkin-like grooves.
5. Insert a pretzel stick in the center as a stem.
6. Garnish with celery leaves or parsley.
7. Chill until ready to serve.

Notes

• Use smoked paprika for a deeper orange hue.
• Make ahead and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
• Serve with crackers, breadsticks, or veggie sticks.