Snowman Cheese Ball Trio (Printable Version)

Three creamy cheese balls shaped and decorated as snowmen for a festive appetizer option.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheese Mixture

01 - 16 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 2 green onions, finely chopped
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
09 - Salt, to taste

→ Decorations

10 - 12–15 whole black peppercorns (for eyes/buttons)
11 - 3 small carrot sticks (for noses)
12 - 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced into strips (for scarves)
13 - 3 thin pretzel sticks (for arms)
14 - Fresh parsley or dill sprigs (optional, for hats/scarves)
15 - Crackers and fresh vegetables, for serving

# Directions:

01 - In a large bowl, blend cream cheese, cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt until smooth and fully combined.
02 - Divide mixture into three portions per snowman: large for the base, medium for the middle, and small for the head; shape each into smooth balls.
03 - Arrange the cheese balls stacked on a serving platter, largest on the bottom and smallest on top, forming snowman shapes.
04 - Use black peppercorns for eyes and buttons, carrot sticks for noses, red bell pepper strips for scarves, and pretzel sticks for arms; optionally add parsley or dill for embellishment.
05 - Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the cheese balls to firm up before serving.
06 - Present with an assortment of crackers and fresh vegetables.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Whimsical and festive appetizer
  • Perfect for holiday gatherings
02 -
  • For extra flavor, add chopped herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, or crumbled bacon to the cheese mixture
  • To make ahead, shape and decorate the cheese balls, cover loosely, and refrigerate up to 24 hours
03 -
  • Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing
  • Chill thoroughly to help cheese balls hold their shape
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