Snowman Ball Cheese
This easy, festive, and super adorable Snowman Cheese Ball is the perfect appetizer made with two different kinds of cheese for the body and fun add-ons for the face! It’s a simple, cost-effective way to delight your friends and family during the holiday season!
Servings 10 servings
Ingredients
- 16 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- 16 ounces Monterey Jack cheese shredded
- 12 ounces Monterey Jack cheese finely shredded
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 small baby carrot cut into a triangle
- chocolate chips
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded Monterey Jack, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until well combined.16 ounces cream cheese, 16 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Scoop the cheese mixture onto the counter.
- Divide the cheese mixture into two balls, one large ball for the bottom and one small ball for the head.
- Cut two separate pieces of plastic wrap. Wrap each ball individually in its own sheet of plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 4 hours, up to overnight.
- Remove from plastic wrap, and roll each ball in the finely shredded cheese. Place the larger ball in the center of a serving tray, and place the smaller ball on top.12 ounces Monterey Jack cheese
- Add chocolate chips for the eyes, mouth, and buttons, and add a baby carrot for the nose.1 small baby carrot, chocolate chips
- Serve with crackers, pretzels, veggie sticks, etc.
Notes
- Use flavored cream cheese (like chive) or mix in ranch/everything bagel seasoning for extra taste.
- Try white cheddar or Colby cheese for variety.
- For eyes and mouth, use chocolate chips, peppercorns, olives, licorice, raisins, or jelly beans.
- Add fresh rosemary around the plate for a rustic touch—or as arms!
- For a spicy kick, mix in cayenne with garlic and onion powder.
- Store leftovers wrapped in plastic; keep in a container or zip bag if desired.
- Best enjoyed the same day, but keeps in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 452kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 756mg | Potassium: 80mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1266IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 732mg | Iron: 1mg
