Description
Snowman Cheese Balls are a delightful and whimsical appetizer that will charm your guests at any holiday gathering. These adorable cheese creations, featuring cream cheese and cheddar rolled into snowman shapes, are not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor. With olive eyes and carrot noses, they invite everyone to indulge in a creamy, savory treat. Perfect for family get-togethers or festive parties, these Snowman Cheese Balls are sure to be a hit and a fun conversation starter!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- 12 black olives (for eyes)
- 1 medium carrot (for noses)
- Crackers or pretzels (for serving)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Fold in the chopped chives for added flavor and color.
- Scoop out portions of the mixture and roll them into three different-sized balls: one large for the body and two smaller ones for the head.
- Decorate each snowman with black olives for eyes and small carrot pieces for noses. Optionally, add pretzel sticks as arms.
- Arrange on a platter with crackers or pretzels around them.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing and Shaping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 snowman cheese ball (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - Experiment with goat cheese for a tangy twist or add spices like smoked paprika for unique flavors.- For added crunch, consider using different types of crackers or veggie sticks.