Jalapeno Cheese Ball
Get ready to wow your taste buds with this zesty Jalapeño Cheese Ball, a true showstopper for any gathering! Creamy, tangy, and full of bold flavors, this easy no-cook appetizer combines the smooth richness of cream cheese and sharp cheddar with a zesty kick from freshly chopped jalapeños. Infused with aromatic garlic and onion powders and a hint of smoky paprika, this cheese ball is taken to the next level with savory crumbled bacon and fresh green onions. To top it all off, it’s rolled in crunchy crushed pecans for an irresistible texture. With just 20 minutes of prep and a short chill time, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for parties, game days, or holiday spreads. Serve it alongside your favorite crackers, pretzels, or veggies, and watch it disappear in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 medium-sized Jalapenos (deseeded and finely chopped)
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Onion powder
- 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 0.25 cup Green onions (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup Crushed pecans
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese until fully mixed and smooth.
Add the finely chopped jalapenos, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the cheese mixture. Mix thoroughly to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.
Fold in the crumbled bacon and sliced green onions until well incorporated.
Shape the cheese mixture into a ball using your hands or a spatula. If the mixture feels too sticky, you can lightly oil your hands to make shaping easier.
Spread the crushed pecans evenly on a plate or shallow dish. Roll the cheese ball in the pecans until the surface is fully coated.
Wrap the cheese ball tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up before serving.
Serve with crackers, pretzels, or fresh vegetable slices of your choice. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
391 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.8 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.7 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 88 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 545 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.9 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 14.1 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 221 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 207 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
