Snowman Cheese Ball Trio (Printable)

Festive trio of creamy cheese balls shaped as cheerful snowmen, ideal for holiday appetizers.

# Components:

→ Cheese Mixture

01 - 16 ounces 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
11 - 3 small carrot sticks
12 - 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
13 - 3 thin pretzel sticks
14 - Fresh parsley or dill sprigs (optional)
15 - Crackers and fresh vegetables, for serving

# Method:

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 incorporated.
02 - Divide the mixture into three portions per snowman: large for base, medium for middle, small for head. Roll each into smooth balls.
03 - On a serving platter, stack the cheese balls in order from largest to smallest to form snowmen.
04 - Use peppercorns for eyes and buttons, carrot sticks for noses, bell pepper strips for scarves, and pretzel sticks for arms. Add parsley or dill for garnish if desired.
05 - Refrigerate assembled snowmen for at least one hour to firm.
06 - Accompany the cheese snowmen with crackers and fresh vegetables.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Whimsical and festive presentation
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free options
02 -
  • Contains dairy products so not suitable for lactose intolerant individuals.
  • Gluten-free if served with gluten-free crackers or vegetables only.
03 -
  • Chill cheese balls well before stacking to maintain shape.
  • Use fresh herbs for added color and flavor when decorating.
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