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Apple, Fruit, NO Bake

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Transform your holiday appetizer spread with this showstopping pumpkin-shaped cheese ball that perfectly balances smokey, sweet, and savory flavors.

Ingredients

  • 2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
  • 3 half-cup bags Brothers All Natural Fuji Apple Fruit Crisps
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • Fresh chives, chopped
  • 1 brick sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded (divide in half)
  • 1 brick smoked Gouda, freshly shredded (reserve 1/4 for coating)
  • 1 package instant bacon (reserve 1/4 for coating)
  • 1 small pumpkin or squash stem for garnish

Instructions

  • 1
    In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, Brothers All Natural Fuji Apple Fruit Crisps, and honey.
  • 2
    Add chopped chives, half the shredded cheddar, 3/4 of the shredded Gouda, and 3/4 of the crumbled bacon.
  • 3
    Fold ingredients together until thoroughly blended.
  • 4
    Form mixture into a ball shape.
  • 5
    Combine reserved cheddar, Gouda, and bacon. Coat the outside of the cheese ball with this mixture.
  • 6
    Coat the outside of the cheese ball with this mixture. Wrap kitchen string around the ball to create pumpkin ridges. Refrigerate until firm (at least 2 hours).
  • 7
    Before serving, carefully remove wrap and string. Insert pumpkin or squash stem on top for authentic finish.

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