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Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball

Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball

This Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball is a creamy, savory appetizer bursting with flavor, perfect for entertaining.
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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
  

Base 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
 

Preparation
  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 by adding different cheeses or spices to enhance the flavor.

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