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Skellington Cheese Ball Appetizer

Skellington Cheese Ball Appetizer

This spooky and savory Skellington Cheese Ball is the star of any Halloween party table — a creamy, cheddar-packed appetizer shaped like Jack Skellington and decorated with olives and peppers for a delightfully eerie twist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, Halloween
Calories: 215
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • olives (for eyes and nose)
  • bell pepper strips or pretzels (for mouth)
  • crackers, bread slices, or veggies (to serve)

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • rubber spatula
  • plastic wrap
  • serving platter
  • knife for chopping and decorating

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream until smooth and creamy.
  2. Stir in ranch seasoning, shredded cheddar, green onions, and black pepper until well combined.
  3. Transfer mixture onto plastic wrap and shape into a skull or oval. Wrap tightly.
  4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until firm.
  5. Unwrap and place on a platter. Decorate with olives for eyes and nose, and bell pepper strips or pretzels for a stitched mouth.
  6. Surround with crackers, veggies, or bread. Serve cold and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Soften the cream cheese fully before mixing to avoid lumps. Chill overnight for best shaping results. Add jalapeños or cayenne for a spicy kick. For extra crunch, roll in shredded cheese or crushed crackers before decorating. Make two smaller skulls if serving at multiple tables.

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