Spider Cheese Balls
Get ready to impress your guests with these adorable and delicious Spider Cheese Balls! Perfectly shaped like little spiders, these creamy cheese bites are packed with flavor and make an enticing addition to any Halloween gathering. With a crunchy exterior of black tortilla chips and a rich blend of cream cheese and cheddar, they are sure to be the highlight of your party spread. Whether you’re hosting a festive feast or just looking for a fun snack, these easy-to-make treats will elevate your celebration. Customize them with your favorite toppings and dips for an unforgettable Halloween experience!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1½ cups crushed black tortilla chips (for coating)
- 48 mini pretzel sticks (for spider legs)
- 24 small black olives or sliced olives (for eyes)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Refrigerate the mixture for about 30 minutes to firm up for easier rolling.
- Once chilled, scoop out portions and roll into 1-inch balls. Coat each ball in crushed black tortilla chips.
- Insert four pretzel sticks into each ball for spider legs.
- Press small pieces of olives into each ball to create spooky eyes.
- Chill again until ready to serve or let sit at room temperature for a creamier texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 spider cheese ball (32g)
- Calories: 97
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Find it online: https://easycomfortrecipes.com/spider-cheese-balls/