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Turkey Cheese Ball Recipe

A fun and festive turkey-shaped cheese ball perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Cheese Ball

  • 16 oz Cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 packet Ranch dressing mix
  • 1 cup Chopped pecans

Decoration

  • 1 Bell pepper for the beak and wattle
  • 2 Candy eyes
  • 1 bag Pretzel sticks for the feathers

Instructions 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and ranch dressing mix until well blended.
  2. Shape the mixture into a ball and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Unwrap the cheese ball and roll it in chopped pecans until fully coated.
  4. Place the cheese ball on a serving platter. Use pieces of bell pepper to create the turkey's beak and wattle, and add candy eyes. Insert pretzel sticks into the back of the cheese ball to create the turkey's feathers.
  5. Serve with crackers or vegetables.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Holiday, Thanksgiving
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