Description
A fun and creative appetizer that’s perfect for parties and gatherings, resembling a hedgehog with pretzel spikes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Pretzel sticks (for spikes)
- Crackers or veggies (for serving)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, chopped walnuts or pecans, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a ball and place it on a serving platter.
- Insert pretzel sticks into the cheeseball to resemble hedgehog spikes.
- Serve with crackers or veggies for dipping.
Notes
For a smoother texture, ensure the cream cheese is properly softened before mixing. You can customize the flavor by adding herbs or spices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg