Bacon Jalapeño Cream Cheese Balls
These Bacon Jalapeño Cream Cheese Balls are a savory and spicy appetizer perfect for parties. Creamy, cheesy goodness is combined with crispy bacon and a touch of jalapeño heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 24 balls
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 jalapeños, seeded and finely diced
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: Additional bacon, chopped chives, or crushed pretzels for coating
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, diced jalapeños, green onions, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Mix until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture is smooth.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the mixture to firm up.
- Once chilled, remove the cream cheese mixture from the refrigerator.
- Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, form the mixture into small balls.
- Optional: Roll the cream cheese balls in additional crumbled bacon, chopped chives, or crushed pretzels for added flavor and texture.
- Arrange the Bacon Jalapeño Cream Cheese Balls on a serving platter.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Notes
Serve these with crackers, tortilla chips, or vegetable sticks for dipping. For a milder flavor, use less jalapeño or remove the seeds and membranes completely.