Turkey Shaped Cheese Ball
Indulge in the festive spirit with this Turkey Shaped Cheese Ball, a delightful and playful appetizer that adds charm to any gathering. This creamy, savory cheese ball is shaped like a turkey, making it an eye-catching centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table or holiday party. With a blend of smooth cream cheeses, Italian seasoning, and crunchy pecans, it’s not just adorable but also packed with flavor. Easy to prepare ahead of time, this cheese ball gives you more quality moments with loved ones while ensuring everyone at your celebration enjoys a tasty treat!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 8 oz whipped cream cheese (plain or chive)
- 2 cups shredded Italian blend cheese
- 0.6 oz dry Italian dressing mix
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- Pretzel rods (for decoration)
- Googly eyes and mini bell pepper (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add whipped cream cheese and mix until fluffy.
- Stir in the dry Italian dressing mix until fully combined.
- Gently fold in shredded Italian blend cheese with a spatula.
- Cover and refrigerate for about an hour or until firm.
- Shape the mixture into a ball and roll in chopped pecans for coating.
- Decorate using pretzel rods for legs and neck, googly eyes, and a mini bell pepper for the beak.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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