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Jack Skellington Cheese Ball Appetizer

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A cute and spooky cheese ball appetizer perfect for Halloween parties, assembled with cream cheese, cheddar, and an easy decorating process.

  • Total Time: 75 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 blocks cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 packet ranch dressing mix
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
  • Black olives (whole or sliced) or nori sheets for decorating
  • Crackers, pretzels, or veggie sticks for serving

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar, and ranch mix. Blend until smooth.
  2. Add Worcestershire sauce if desired, and mix again.
  3. Spoon the cheese mixture onto plastic wrap and form into a ball.
  4. Chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
  5. Place the cheese ball on a platter.
  6. Slice olives or nori to create Jack’s face features.
  7. Serve with your favorite crackers or veggie sticks.

Notes

Don’t stress about perfection; the whimsy is part of the fun! You can also try using black food dye for features, but be cautious as it can stain.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg