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Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball Recipe

Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball Recipe - This creamy, dreamy cheese ball melds together bacon, ranch seasoning, and is the encased in chopped pecans. Perfect for easy entertaining! 

Prep Time
10 mins
Chilling Time
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 118 kcal
Course: Appetizer , Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese softened
  • 1 1 (8-ounce) package cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 1/2 1 1/2 teaspoons Stone House Seasoning
  • 1 1 teaspoon ranch seasoning
  • 3 3 medium green onions sliced
  • 3-5 3-5 slices cooked bacon crumbled
  • 1 1/2 1 1/2 cups Chopped Pecans

Instructions

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  1. Mix together the softened cream cheese and cheddar cheese until well combined. Stir in the Stone House and Ranch seasonings until well combined. 
  2. Add green onions and cooked bacon and stir until well combined. Turn the mixture out onto a piece of plastic wrap. Using the plastic wrap, form the cheese ball mixture into a ball and then wrap tightly with the plastic wrap. Place into the refrigerator and chill for 30 minutes. 
  3. Once chilled, remove the cheese ball from the refrigerator and roll in the chopped pecans, making sure to press the chopped pecans into the cheese ball to secure. Place onto a serving platter with your favorite crackers and a knife for serving. 

Notes

  • Make Ahead Instructions:
  • Prepare the cheese ball, wrap it tightly with plastic wrap, and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Remove from the refrigerator about 10 minutes before serving to allow it to come to room temperature.
  • Storage Tips:
  • To store. Place in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. 
  • To freeze. Prepare as directed, wrap in plastic wrap, and place into a freezer-safe, zip-top bag. Store in the freezer for up to 1 months.
  • To serve from frozen. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight, allow to reach room temperature for serving.
  • Bacon Ranch Cheese Dip
  • Add 1/4 cup sour cream to the recipe and stir the pecans into the cream cheese mixture. Pour into a small bowl and serve as a dip!

Nutrition Information

Serving 2tablespoons Calories 118kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 3mg (1%) Sodium 328mg (14%) Potassium 77mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Vitamin A 45IU (1%) Vitamin C 0.8mg (1%) Calcium 12mg (1%) Iron 0.4mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 118

% Daily Value*

Serving 2tablespoons
Calories 118kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 3mg 1%
Sodium 328mg 14%
Potassium 77mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Vitamin A 45IU 1%
Vitamin C 0.8mg 1%
Calcium 12mg 1%
Iron 0.4mg 2%

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