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Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball

Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball

JC Phelps
My Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball is flavorful and creamy, with a crunchy, savory coating - perfect for any gathering or party!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Refrigeration 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 16
Calories 190 kcal

Equipment

  • plastic wrap

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz. cream cheese softened
  • 3 tbsp. sour cream
  • ½ tsp. garlic powder
  • ½ tsp. onion powder
  • 3 jalapeños seeds and ribs removed, diced (divided)
  • 8 slices of bacon cooked and chopped (divided)
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup green onions sliced
  • ½ cup pecans finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • In a medium mixing bowl, soften the cream cheese by smoothing it out with a spatula.
  • Add the sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, ⅔ of the diced jalapeños, half of the chopped bacon, and about ⅔ of the shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl.
  • Gently fold the ingredients together until they are well combined.
  • Lay out a piece of plastic wrap on a flat surface. Transfer the cheese mixture onto the plastic wrap and shape it into a ball.
  • Wrap the cheese ball tightly with the plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
  • Place the remaining diced jalapeños, chopped bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, green onions, and pecans in a covered container and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Just before serving, mix the reserved jalapeños, bacon, cheddar cheese, green onions, and pecans on a plate.
  • Unwrap the chilled cheese ball and roll it in the mixture on the plate, ensuring the entire surface is coated evenly.
  • Serve the cheese ball with your favorite crackers and enjoy!

Notes

  • Make sure your cream cheese is fully softened before mixing. This makes it easier to blend the ingredients and results in a smoother texture.
  • Allow the cooked bacon to cool completely before adding it to the cheese mixture. This prevents the cheese from becoming greasy.
  • Chilling the cheese ball for several hours or overnight not only helps it firm up but also allows the flavors to meld together, making the end result more flavorful.
  • Roll the cheese ball in the coating mixture right before serving to keep the toppings fresh and crunchy.

Nutrition

Calories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 184mgPotassium: 79mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 585IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 134mgIron: 0.2mg
Keyword Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball
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