Bacon Jalapeño Cream Cheese Balls
These Bacon Jalapeño Cream Cheese Balls are a savory and addictive appetizer, perfect for parties. Cream cheese, crispy bacon, and spicy jalapeños combine to create a flavorful bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 20 balls
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: Chopped chives for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, crumbled bacon, diced jalapeño, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the mixture to firm up.
- Remove the mixture from the refrigerator and roll it into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- If desired, garnish the cream cheese balls with chopped chives.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
Serve with crackers, pretzels, or vegetable sticks for dipping.
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