Description
Bacon Cheddar Mini Cheese Balls are the perfect recipe for quick, easy, and delicious appetizers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crispy cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 1 cup chopped pecans (for coating)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mix it up: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and green onions. Mix until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Shape the balls: Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of the mixture and roll them into small balls (about 1-inch in diameter).
- Coat the balls: Roll each cheese ball into the chopped pecans until fully coated.
- Chill: Pop the baking sheet into the fridge for at least 30 minutes to let them firm up.
- Serve and enjoy: Once chilled, these mini cheese balls are ready to serve!
Notes
If you want to elevate the flavor, try mixing in some garlic powder or smoked paprika. For a spicy twist, add a bit of chopped jalapeño.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: appetizer, cheese balls, bacon, party food, quick recipes