Bacon Cheddar Cheese Ball
This Bacon Cheddar Cheese Ball is the ultimate party appetizer! Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with crispy bacon, it’s always a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts, for coating (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, and pepper until smooth.
- Stir in the crumbled bacon and chopped green onions.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the cheese ball to firm up.
- Shape the mixture into a ball.
- If using, spread the chopped pecans or walnuts on a plate. Roll the cheese ball in the nuts, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Serve with crackers, pretzels, or vegetables.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce to the cheese mixture. Serve with an assortment of crackers and vegetables for dipping.
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