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Spider Cheese Ball
Prep Time
20
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
10
minutes
minutes
Total Time
30
minutes
minutes
Servings
8
pieces
Calories
250
A fun and spooky cheese ball perfect for Halloween parties, shaped like a spider with legs and eyes for a creepy effect.
Ingredients
Dairy
8
oz
full-fat cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
1.5
cups
shredded cheddar cheese
0.25
teaspoon
garlic powder
0.5
teaspoon
smoked paprika (or chili powder for variation)
10
pieces
black olives (for eyes, pitted)
4
sticks
string cheese or mozzarella sticks (for legs)
Instructions
Blend the softened cream cheese until smooth, then mix in shredded cheddar, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
Shape the mixture into an oval cheese ball on a parchment-lined tray and smooth the surface.
Cut mozzarella sticks into 2-inch logs and attach them to the sides of the cheese ball as legs.
Place black olives on top for eyes, pressing gently to secure.
Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes, then adjust eyes and legs as needed before serving.
Notes
Use a toothpick to help secure the legs if needed, and chill well for best presentation.
Calories:
250
kcal
Cost:
$15
Course:
Appetizer
Keyword:
Cheese, Halloween, party