Snowman Cheese Ball Trio (Printable Version)

Three creamy cheese balls shaped as snowmen, decorated with veggies and peppercorns for festive flair.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 to 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

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - In a large bowl, blend the cream cheese, cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt until smooth and thoroughly combined.
02 - Divide the mixture into three portions per snowman—large, medium, and small—and shape each into smooth balls.
03 - On a serving platter, stack the cheese balls in descending size order to create snowman shapes, placing the largest ball at the base and the smallest on top.
04 - Use peppercorns to create eyes and buttons, carrot sticks for noses, bell pepper strips as scarves, and pretzel sticks for arms. Garnish with parsley or dill as desired.
05 - Refrigerate the assembled snowmen for at least 1 hour to firm up and enhance flavors.
06 - Present the snowmen alongside crackers and fresh vegetables for guests to enjoy.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Three creamy cheese balls shaped as snowmen
  • 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 softened cream cheese to ensure a smooth mixture
  • Chill cheese balls thoroughly to help them hold their shape
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