Bacon Cheddar Cheese Ball
This Bacon Cheddar Cheese Ball is the perfect appetizer for any party! Creamy, cheesy, and packed with bacon, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup pecans, chopped (or more bacon crumbles for coating)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, beat together cream cheese and cheddar cheese until smooth.
- Stir in crumbled bacon, green onions, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Shape the cheese mixture into a ball.
- Roll the cheese ball in chopped pecans or additional bacon crumbles, pressing gently to adhere.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Serve with crackers, pretzels, or vegetables.
Notes
For a spicier cheese ball, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce to the mixture.
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