Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball
Cheese balls are always a hit at holiday parties, and it seems like everyone has their go-to recipe. We think it’s time to switch it up and add our Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball to your next appetizer table!
Course: Appetizers
Servings
10
servingsPrep time
15
minutesCook time
1
hourIngredients
2 boxes cream cheese, slightly softened
2 tablespoons sour cream
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, reserve 1/2 cup
10 slices crispy bacon, chopped, reserve half
1/2 cup Crazy Fresh Diced Jalapeños, reserve half
1/2 cup chopped green onions, reserve half
Directions
- Beat together cream cheese, sour cream and seasonings until smooth and creamy. Turn mixer to low, and mix in 1 1/2 cups of cheddar, half the chopped bacon, half the jalapeños and half of the green onions.
- Combine the reserved halves in a bag, and place in the fridge.
- Lay a piece of plastic wrap on counter top, and spoon the cheese into a ball shape. Wrap in the plastic, and refrigerate overnight.
- Remove cheese ball 20 minutes before serving, and roll in reserved toppings.
- Serve with your favorite crackers.
