Pumpkin-shaped cheese spread for halloween!

Appetizer
Very Easy
40 min
74 Kcal

Want to surprise your guests right from the start of your Halloween party? These pumpkin-shaped cheese balls are as cute as they are easy to make! Simply mix ricotta and Parmesan, season to taste, shape into balls, roll them in paprika for color, and add a pretzel stick for the pumpkin stem. Draw a few lines with a knife or kitchen string, and you have an original appetizer, ready to spread ;)

Ingredients

12

For garnish:

Materials

  • Kitchen string

Preparation

Preparation10 min
Waiting time30 min
  • Pumpkin-Shaped Cheese Spread for Halloween! - Preparation step 1Mix the ricotta, Parmesan, pepper, and oregano (season to taste).
  • Pumpkin-Shaped Cheese Spread for Halloween! - Preparation step 2Scoop out a tablespoon of the mixture and shape it into a ball with your hands. Repeat with the remaining mixture. Place the balls in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  • Pumpkin-Shaped Cheese Spread for Halloween! - Preparation step 3Put paprika in a bowl, place the ball in the bowl and cover completely.
  • Pumpkin-Shaped Cheese Spread for Halloween! - Preparation step 4Put the black sesame seeds in another bowl, place another ball in it and cover it completely.
  • Pumpkin-Shaped Cheese Spread for Halloween! - Preparation step 5To make the cheese ball look like a pumpkin, you'll need to hollow it out using kitchen string. Start by making a line down the middle, then cross it to form a cross.
  • Pumpkin-Shaped Cheese Spread for Halloween! - Preparation step 6Draw two more diagonal lines.
  • Pumpkin-Shaped Cheese Spread for Halloween! - Preparation step 7Press lightly on the top center to flatten the pumpkin. Insert a piece of pretzel in the center, and voilà! All that's left is to enjoy them with crackers :-)

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FAQ ❓

How can I make my cheese balls even more decorative for Halloween?

You can add eyes using small pieces of olive or bell pepper to bring your cheesy pumpkins to life!
Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge, and they'll stay fresh for up to 3 days.
Yes, you can experiment with other cheeses like cream cheese (plain or flavored) to vary the flavors.
Yes, you can! You can prepare the cheese balls the day before and store them in the refrigerator until you're ready to serve them.
They go perfectly with crackers, crunchy vegetables, or even slices of toast for a great appetizer!

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g
Calories: 74Kcal
  • Carbo: 1.6g
  • Total fat: 4.9g
  • Saturated fat: 3.1g
  • Proteins: 5.4g
  • Fibers: 0.3g
  • Sugar: 0.9g
  • ProPoints: 2
  • SmartPoints: 3
Nutritional information for 1 serving (31g)

Attributes

Keep refrigerated
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