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Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball

Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball

This Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball is a creamy, spicy, and savory appetizer perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2-3 fresh jalapeños finely chopped, seeds removed for less heat
  • 1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon
  • 1/4 cup green onions chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Plastic Wrap
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Prepare your ingredients by chopping jalapeños and green onions; cook bacon until crispy and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese and cheddar cheese until smooth.
  3. Stir in jalapeños, bacon, green onions, and garlic powder. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Shape the mixture into a ball using your hands. Place on parchment paper for easy handling.
  5. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up.
  6. Serve with crackers or vegetables for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 5gFat: 8g

Notes

Feel free to customize your Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball by swapping out cheeses or adding different spices for extra flavor.

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