Spicy Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball
This Spicy Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball is the perfect appetizer for any party! Creamy, cheesy, and with a spicy kick, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: 8 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 pickled jalapeños, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers or pretzel crumbs
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and cheddar cheese until smooth and well combined.
- Add the bacon, jalapeños, green onions, garlic powder, and black pepper to the cheese mixture. Mix well to combine.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Place the crushed Ritz crackers or pretzel crumbs on a plate.
- Remove the cheese mixture from the refrigerator and form it into a ball.
- Roll the cheese ball in the cracker or pretzel crumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- Wrap the cheese ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Serve with crackers, vegetables, or pretzels.
Notes
For a milder flavor, remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapeños before chopping. You can also substitute the Ritz crackers with chopped pecans or walnuts for a different texture and flavor.
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