🎉 Jumbo Turkey Cheese Ball – Thanksgiving Centerpiece Recipe

Ingredients

• • 3 ⅞ cups cream cheese, softened
• • 1 ⅞ cup shredded cheddar cheese
• • ⅞ cup mayonnaise
• • ⅞ cup finely chopped fresh parsley
• • ⅞ cup finely chopped fresh rosemary
• • 1 ⅞ cups crushed pretzels
• • 15-20 strips of colorful bell peppers (orange, red, yellow)
• • 1 ⅞ large carrot (for turkey beak)
• • 2 ⅞ large black olive slices (for turkey eyes)
• • Fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs for garnish

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, cheddar, mayonnaise, parsley, and rosemary. Mix until smooth and homogeneous.

2. 2

   On a parchment-lined tray, shape the cheese mixture into a large turkey shape (approx. 8 inches long). Use a knife to create turkey body contours.

3. 3

   While the cheese is still soft, press crushed pretzels into all surfaces. Focus on creating a textured coating.

4. 4

   Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up the cheese ball.

5. 5

   On a rustic wooden board, place the chilled cheese ball. Insert bell pepper strips as tail feathers, shape carrot into beak, and add olive eyes.

6. 6

   Surround with a variety of crackers, breadsticks, and fresh veggies. Add rosemary and thyme sprigs for decoration.