Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball
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Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball
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This Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball is loaded with cream cheese, cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, crispy bacon, all rolled in a crunchy pecan coating, making it the perfect appetizer for any occasion!
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Ingredients
- 16 ounces cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided
- 3 jalapeños seeds and membranes removed, diced, divided
- 8 slices of bacon cooked, crumbled, divided
- 3 tablespoons sour cream
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup green onions sliced
- ½ cup pecans chopped fine
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Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese and stir it to soften.
- Add ⅔ of the shredded cheese, ⅔ of the diced jalapeno, half of the chopped bacon, the sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder salt and pepper. Mix it all together until well combined.
- Shape the cream cheese mixture into a ball and place it on plastic wrap and then wrap it tightly.
- Place the cheese ball in the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- When ready to serve, mix the remaining jalapeños, bacon crumbles, cheese, green onions, and pecans together in a bowl. Remove the cheese ball from the plastic wrap and roll it in this mixture to coat it completely
- Serve with your favorite crackers or veggies and enjoy!
Notes
- Make it spicier! Leave in some of the jalapeno seeds or add a dash of cayenne pepper for an extra kick.
- Make them into cheese ball bites by scooping a tablespoon or so and rolling into individual balls then roll in the chopped nuts. You can place a pretzel stick into each one or serve with toothpicks.
- For best flavor, let the cheese ball chill overnight for the flavors to meld together.
- For milder jalapenos, choose ones that are smooth and green with no red or white streaks.
- Freshly grated cheese is the best in my opinion. Use can use pre-shredded cheeses have an anti-caking agent that keeps it from being as creamy.
- Use a stand or hand mixer on medium speed to blend the ingredients until smooth instead of stirring by hand.
- Be sure the cream cheese is at room temperature so it is smooth and creamy and blends easier.
- If you have any leftovers, store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days.
- Can you freeze cheese balls?
- Although it’s best served fresh, you can freeze the cheese ball before rolling it in the toppings. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then a layer of aluminum foil and place it in a freezer bag or freezer safe container for up to 1 month. Thaw in the refrigerator before adding the outside coating.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1serving
Calories
230kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
7g
(14%)
Fat
22g
(34%)
Saturated Fat
10g
(50%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
Trans Fat
0.01g
Cholesterol
51mg
(17%)
Sodium
255mg
(11%)
Potassium
98mg
(3%)
Fiber
0.4g
(2%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
586IU
(12%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
134mg
(13%)
Iron
0.2mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 16servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 230 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 230kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 255mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 98mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 586IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 134mg | 13% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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