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Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball

Irresistible Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball for Your Next Party

This Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball combines smoky bacon and zesty jalapenos for a perfect party appetizer.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 oz Bacon crumbled
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
For the Flavor
  • 2 pcs Jalapenos finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions finely chopped
  • 1 packet Ranch Seasoning can use homemade mix
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Black Pepper adjust for heat preference
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Chopped Roasted Pecans
  • 1 tbsp Flat Leaf Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine the base ingredients in a mixing bowl and mix until creamy.
  2. Shape the mixture into a ball and wrap it in plastic wrap to maintain its shape.
  3. Prepare the coating by mixing chopped pecans and parsley in a separate bowl.
  4. Roll the cheese ball in the pecan coating until evenly covered.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
  6. Unwrap and let sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 7gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese and sour cream are at room temperature for the best texture. Customize spice level by adjusting jalapenos.

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