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Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball
This jalapeno cheese ball is the perfect appetizer for game day or any occasion.
Prep Time
20 mins
Additional Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 20 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 418 kcal
Course:
Appetizer , Snacks
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
For Cheese Ball
- 16 ounces (450g) cream cheese softened
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 cup (113g) shredded cheddar cheese additional cup for coating
- 1 Jalapeño chopped
- 2 lices Bacon cooked and chopped (4 slices for cheese ball and coating)
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
For Coating
- 1 cup (113g) shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup (60g) chopped nuts
- 2 green onions chopped
- 2 lices Bacon cooked and chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, chopped jalapeno, 2 slices of chopped bacon, garlic powder, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a ball and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- In a separate bowl, mix the remaining cheddar cheese, chopped nuts, chopped green onions, and remaining chopped bacon.
- Roll the chilled cheeseball in the coating mixture until fully covered.
- Serve with crackers or vegetables.
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Notes
- Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to soften, making it easy to mix and ensuring a smooth, creamy texture.
- After shaping the cheese ball, refrigerate it for at least an hour to help it firm up and hold its shape when you roll it in the coating.
- If you prefer nut-free swap them for crushed pretzels, crackers, or even more shredded cheese. You can also add other herbs.
- Let the cheese ball sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving so it's easier to spread and dip.
- Be creative and shape it into a log, the shape of a football, or smaller mini cheese balls for individual servings.
- Storage – Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container or tightly wrapped in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
Nutrition Information
Calories
418kcal
(21%)
Carbohydrates
6g
(2%)
Protein
13g
(26%)
Fat
39g
(60%)
Saturated Fat
19g
(95%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
5g
Monounsaturated Fat
10g
Trans Fat
0.01g
Cholesterol
95mg
(32%)
Sodium
583mg
(24%)
Potassium
179mg
(5%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
1118IU
(22%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
269mg
(27%)
Iron
0.5mg
(3%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 418
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 418kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 39g | 60% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 95mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 583mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 179mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1118IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 269mg | 27% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.