Description
These Bacon Jalapeno Popper Cheese Balls are a delicious and addictive appetizer that packs a spicy kick. Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with bacon and jalapeños, these cheese balls are perfect for any gathering or party.
Ingredients
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Cheese Ball Mixture:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled bacon
- 1/4 cup chopped jalapeños
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Coating:
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped jalapeños, and garlic powder. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form the Cheese Balls: Using your hands, take a small amount of the mixture and roll it into a ball, about 1 inch in diameter. Place each ball on the prepared baking sheet.
- Coat the Cheese Balls: In a separate bowl, combine breadcrumbs and any remaining bacon bits. Roll each cheese ball in the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
- Bake the Cheese Balls: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese balls are golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cheese balls from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Storage Recommendations: Store leftover cheese balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezing Tips: Cheese balls can be frozen before baking. Freeze on the baking sheet, transfer to a freezer bag once solid, and bake from frozen with additional cook time.
- Spiciness Level: Adjust jalapeños quantity for desired spice level. Removing seeds reduces heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese ball
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 17mg
Keywords: Bacon Jalapeno Cheese Balls, Party Appetizer, Spicy Cheese Balls
