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Turkey Cheeseball

Savory Turkey Cheeseball: Your Thanksgiving Showstopper!

This Turkey Cheeseball combines creamy cheese, savory ranch, and crunchy bacon for a festive appetizer perfect for Thanksgiving.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Base
  • 12 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 0.5 cups Sour Cream adds tangy flavor
  • 1.5 cups Cheddar Cheese shredded
For the Flavoring
  • 3 tablespoons Ranch Seasoning avoid ranch dip mix
  • 0.5 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes adjust spice levels as needed
  • 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder adds aromatic flavor
For the Bacon Goodness
  • 8 slices Bacon cooked and crumbled
For the Turkey Decoration
  • 1 large Pretzel Rod for turkey head
  • 3+ pieces Large Pretzel Twists for tail feathers
  • 5+ pieces Mini Pretzels for decorative accents
  • 2 pieces Candy Eyes for turkey's face

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • Plastic wrap
  • Refrigerator
  • Platter

Method
 

How to Make Turkey Cheeseball
  1. In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream until well blended and creamy.
  2. Add in the ranch seasoning, red pepper flakes, and garlic powder, mixing until fully incorporated.
  3. Gently incorporate the shredded cheddar cheese and 1/3 cup of crumbled bacon into the mixture.
  4. Set aside 3 tablespoons of the mixture for the turkey’s head.
  5. Using plastic wrap, form the remaining mixture into a ball.
  6. Place the cheeseball in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight to firm up.
  7. Shape the reserved mixture into a small ball for the turkey's head and secure it on top with a pretzel rod.
  8. Insert the pretzel twists into the back of the cheeseball to form tail feathers.
  9. Press the remaining crumbled bacon around the cheeseball for added flavor.
  10. Serve the turkey cheeseball chilled on a platter with assorted pretzels and crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened for a smooth mixture. Chill for at least 4 hours to hold shape and enhance flavor.

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