Description
Elevate your gatherings with this irresistibly creamy Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball. Combining rich cream cheese, sharp cheddar, spicy jalapeños, and smoky bacon, this dish is a crowd favorite that guarantees to impress. Perfect for game nights or potlucks, it pairs beautifully with crackers or fresh veggies. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s sure to be the star of your next party!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 fresh jalapeños, diced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1/2 cup crispy bacon bits
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar until smooth.
- Fold in diced jalapeños, bacon bits, green onions, garlic powder, and paprika; combine well.
- Shape the mixture into a ball using clean hands or plastic wrap.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least two hours to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled with crackers or veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg