Beat the cream cheese until it’s smooth and fluffy, then stir in your shredded cheddar, chives, and seasonings. Mix until everything is well combined.

Pop the mixture in the fridge for about 20–30 minutes.

Scoop about a tablespoon of the mix, roll it into a ball, then roll that ball in your finely shredded cheddar. Press lightly so it sticks.

Take a toothpick or skewer and gently press vertical lines around the ball to make that classic pumpkin shape.

Break a pretzel stick into little pieces and stick one right in the top of each ball.

Let them set in the fridge for another 30 minutes or so before serving.