Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball
Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball is the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines creamy, tangy, and spicy flavors. This easy-to-make cheese ball features a delicious blend of cream cheese, sharp cheddar, zesty jalapeños, and crispy bacon bits. Perfect for any gathering, it pairs beautifully with crunchy crackers or fresh veggies. Whip it up for your next party, game night, or family get-together and watch it disappear in no time!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup chopped jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- ½ cup cooked bacon bits
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
- Combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, bacon bits, green onions, and garlic powder; mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a ball using your hands; alternatively, create two smaller balls.
- If desired, roll the cheese ball in chopped nuts for added crunch.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve on a platter with crackers or veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (28g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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