Mini Cheeseball Pumpkins With Caramelized Garlic

Name: Mini Cheeseball Pumpkins With Caramelized Garlic
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 teaspoons butter; 3 tablespoons chopped garlic; 1 1/2 teaspoons white sugar; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened; 1/4 cup chopped green onions; 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt; 2 cups shredded aged Cheddar cheese; 1 cup finely crushed cheese-flavored crackers (such as Pepperidge Farm(R) Goldfish); 12 pretzel sticks; 1 small bunch fresh parsley, or to taste

Servings: persons

1
Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat until sizzling, about 30 seconds. Add garlic and sugar. Cook, stirring constantly, until garlic just starts to brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Immediately remove from heat. Transfer garlic mixture to a bowl. Add cream cheese, green onions, and garlic salt. Beat using an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Cover and refrigerate until firm enough to handle, about 30 minutes.
2
Shape chilled cheese mixture into golf-ball-sized balls. Roll each ball in crushed cheese cracker crumbs and slightly flatten the bottom. Press 1/2 a pretzel stick into the top. Repeat with remaining cheese mixture.
3
Spread parsley out on a serving plate and place mini cheeseball pumpkins on top, leaving enough room in between for parsley to show through.

484

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 teaspoons butter, 3 tablespoons chopped garlic, 1 1/2 teaspoons white sugar, 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened, and more.

Yes, Mini Cheeseball Pumpkins With Caramelized Garlic falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!