Ingredients
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For the Cheeseball:
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing mix (or your favorite seasoning blend)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup cooked bacon bits (optional but adds great flavor)
For the Snowman Decoration:
- 1 small carrot (for the nose)
- 2 black olives (for the eyes)
- 1 red bell pepper (for the scarf)
- 1–2 pretzel sticks (for the arms)
- Assorted crackers and veggies (for serving)
Instructions
Prepare the Cheeseball Mixture
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, ranch dressing mix, green onions, and bacon bits. Mix until everything is fully incorporated and smooth.
- Shape the Snowman: Use your hands to form the cheese mixture into two balls — one larger (for the body) and one smaller (for the head). Place the smaller ball on top of the larger ball to create the snowman shape.
Decorate Your Snowman
- Create the Face: Cut a small piece of the carrot for the snowman’s nose and press it into the center of the smaller cheese ball. Add two black olives for the eyes.
- Add the Scarf: Slice the red bell pepper into strips and wrap them around the snowman’s “neck” for a festive scarf.
- Make the Arms: Break the pretzel sticks into small pieces and place them on each side of the snowman for arms.
- Finalize the Look: Optional — add a small piece of pepper or another veggie for the mouth or buttons down the front.
Chill and Serve
- Refrigerate: Place your snowman cheeseball in the fridge for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Serve: Once chilled, serve with crackers, sliced vegetables, or your favorite dipping items. Gather around and enjoy the fun!
- Prep Time: 20 min.
- Cook Time: 1 hr
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12-15 servings
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Protein: 6g