Description
Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball is a mouthwatering appetizer that perfectly combines creamy cheese, spicy jalapeños, and crispy bacon. This delightful treat is easy to prepare, making it perfect for parties, game nights, or casual get-togethers. Serve it alongside crackers or fresh veggies, and watch as this crowd-pleaser steals the show at your next gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup diced fresh jalapeños (or pickled)
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, bacon bits, green onions, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a ball and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least one hour.
- After chilling, roll the cheese ball in extra bacon bits or chopped green onions for garnish.
- Serve on a platter with crackers or veggie sticks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing/Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese ball (approx. 60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg