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Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball

This cheese ball has a perfect blend of flavors including ranch, crispy bacon bits, 2 kinds of cheese, and chives. 

Prep Time
10 mins
Chill Time
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 10 people
Calories: 295 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 16 oz. cream cheese softened
  • 3 Tablespoons sour cream
  • 1 oz. packet ranch seasoning mix (Equal to about 3 Tablespoons)
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1.5 cups cheddar cheese see notes*
  • ¼ cup green onions diced (can sub 1/3 cup diced chives)
  • 6 strips bacon cooked and crumbled

Instructions

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  1. Use a silicone spatula to mix all ingredients until well combined. Transfer to saran wrap and use it to help you mold it into a ball.
  2. Refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes in order to allow the flavors to blend. Remove saran wrap and transfer to a serving platter. Serve with crackers, vegetables, Pita chips, or crusty breads.
  3. As of 12/2020: Sour Cream, Garlic Powder, and White Cheddar/Monterey Jack cheese were added to the recipe for improved taste and texture. They are optional, but recommended. The recipe video does not include these ingredients.

Notes

  • *I like to use a combination of sharp yellow and white cheddar. Cracker Barrel is my brand of choice. For best results, shred it from a block instead of using bagged shredded cheese. Monterey Jack is a good option to add to the mix as well.
  • PRO Tips For This Recipe
  • Important! Be sure to get Ranch seasoning mix for this recipe, not Ranch dip mix, they do taste differently and have different uses.
  • This cheese ball can be made up to 2 days ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
  • I like to fry the bacon the night before making this as it's a lot quicker and gives it time to cool before mixing with the cheese.
  • Let the cream cheese soften at room temperature for 1 hour before you prepare, (if possible). This makes it easier to combine evenly with the other ingredients.
  • Optional: Roll the cheese ball in chopped pecans for an added crunch.
  • Some people roll these into bite-sized balls and serve them with toothpicks.

Nutrition Information

Calories 295kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 27g (42%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Cholesterol 78mg (26%) Sodium 554mg (23%) Potassium 117mg (3%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 826IU (17%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 172mg (17%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 295

% Daily Value*

Calories 295kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 27g 42%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Cholesterol 78mg 26%
Sodium 554mg 23%
Potassium 117mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 826IU 17%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 172mg 17%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.