Cheddar Ranch Cheeseball
This Cheddar Ranch Cheeseball is a crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings. It’s loaded with sharp cheddar cheese, creamy ranch seasoning, and plenty of flavor!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 135 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch dressing mix
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon (optional)
- Crackers, pretzels, or vegetables for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese, ranch dressing mix, parsley, green onions, and bacon (if using).
- Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Shape the mixture into a ball.
- Wrap the cheeseball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, unwrap the cheeseball and place it on a serving platter.
- Serve with crackers, pretzels, or vegetables for dipping.
Notes
For a spicier cheeseball, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the mixture.
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