Description
Indulge in the creamy, spicy goodness of this Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball, a delightful appetizer that will elevate your snack game for any gathering. With its perfect blend of rich cream cheese and zesty jalapeños, this cheese ball is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare. It’s ideal for parties, game days, or cozy nights in with friends and family. Serve it with an array of dippers like crackers, veggies, or pretzels to satisfy every palate. Plus, you can make it ahead of time and customize the flavor to suit your taste preferences!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 8 ounces finely shredded cheddar jack cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 packet dry ranch seasoning (1/4 cup)
- 4 jalapeños (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- 12 ounces cooked & crumbled chicken bacon
- 1 green onion (sliced)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, shredded cheddar jack cheese, cooked chicken bacon, and chopped jalapeños. Mix until well blended.
- Shape the mixture into a ball using plastic wrap for support. Twist ends to secure and refrigerate for one hour.
- On a plate, mix remaining shredded cheese, chicken bacon, jalapeños, panko bread crumbs, and green onion.
- Remove the cheese ball from wrap and roll in coating mixture until evenly covered.
- Serve with your choice of crackers or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese ball portion (30g)
- Calories: 112
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg