Skellington Cheese Ball
This Skellington Cheese Ball is a spooky and savory centerpiece perfect for Halloween parties, themed gatherings, and fans of The Nightmare Before Christmas. Shaped like Jack Skellington, it's easy to make and fun to serve.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Plastic Wrap
- Sharp knife
- Serving Platter
Ingredients
Cheese Ball Base
- 2 cups cream cheese softened
- 2 cups white cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Decoration
- black olives for Jack's face
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and shredded cheddar until smooth.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until evenly blended.
- Shape the mixture into a round skull shape using your hands or plastic wrap.
- Wrap the shaped cheese ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour until firm.
- Slice black olives and use them to create Jack Skellington's eyes, nose, and stitched smile.
- Place the decorated cheese ball on a serving platter and surround with crackers or veggies.
Notes
Keep the cheese ball chilled until serving. For best results, decorate just before the event. Add flavor twists like jalapeños, dill, or honey for variation.
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 200
- Total Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
- Sodium: 280mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 2g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Potassium: 0mg
- Vitamin A: 0%
- Vitamin C: 0%
- Calcium: 0%
- Iron: 0%