Make Ahead Mini Cheese Bacon Balls
Get ready to wow your guests with these Make Ahead Mini Cheese Bacon Balls—an irresistible blend of creamy, cheesy, and savory perfection! Packed with softened cream cheese, sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack, and loaded with crispy bacon crumbles and fresh green onions, these bite-sized delights are a flavor explosion in every bite. Coated in a crunchy topping of toasted pecans and vibrant parsley, these no-cook appetizers are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Perfect for entertaining, these mini cheese balls can be prepped the day before, allowing you to focus on hosting, not cooking. Serve them with crackers, pretzel sticks, or alongside a charcuterie board for a crowd-pleasing snack that’s perfect for parties, holidays, or game days. Simple, customizable, and bursting with flavor—this recipe is your new go-to for effortless entertaining!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 6 slices Bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 stalks Green onions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Pecans, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Parsley, finely chopped
- 1 package Crackers or pretzel sticks (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.
Fold in the crumbled bacon and chopped green onions until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, portion out the mixture and roll it into bite-sized balls. You should have approximately 24 mini cheese balls.
On a plate or shallow dish, combine the finely chopped pecans and parsley. Roll each cheese ball in the mixture, coating it evenly.
Place the coated cheese balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet or platter. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours, to allow the flavors to meld.
When ready to serve, insert a pretzel stick or serve alongside crackers for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3183 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 244.6 g | 314% | |
| Saturated Fat | 110.1 g | 550% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 570 mg | 190% | |
| Sodium | 5324 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.0 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.3 g | ||
| Protein | 120.6 g | 241% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1975 mg | 152% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1527 mg | 32% | |
*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.
