Jalapeno Bacon Cheese Ball - The Big Game is right around the corner and you know what that means ... it's time to roll out some yummy appetizer recipes!
Jalapeno Bacon Cheese Ball
Cream cheese, sharp cheddar, crispy bacon and jalapeno come together perfectly in this Jalapeno Bacon Cheese Ball Recipe.
If you and your guests love munchies with a little kick, definitely add this to your game day party menu. Ideally, you would pair this cheese ball with crackers and beer, but you could also get fancy and serve it with fresh veggies and margaritas. From kick-off to the final whistle this cheese ball will make any football party a winner!
Jalapeno Bacon Cheese Ball Recipe
- 8 oz softened cream cheese
- ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon; fried until crispy and chopped
- 2 jalapeno peppers; seeded and finely diced
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
How to Make a Jalapeno Bacon Cheddar Cheese Ball
1. Take half of the jalapenos and half of the bacon and mix together on a large plate.
2. Combine all of the other ingredients in a large bowl.
3. Form mixture into a ball.
4. Roll the ball in the jalapeno bacon pieces until equally coated all over.
5. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
Enjoy with your favorite crackers.
- 8 oz softened cream cheese
- ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon; fried until crispy and chopped
- 2 jalapeno peppers; seeded and finely diced
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
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Take half of the jalapenos and half of the bacon and mix together on a large plate.
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Combine all of the other ingredients in a large bowl.
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Form this mixture into a ball.
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Roll the ball in the jalapeno bacon pieces until equally coated all over.
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Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
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Enjoy with your favorite crackers.
Marcie W. says
YUM! This would be a real hit at any of our family get togethers.
Mellisa says
Wow! This looks amazing. My mom makes a cheese ball but I would love one with a little kick to it.
Kelsey Apley says
All my favorite ingredients rolled up into one big ball.. sounds like heaven to me!! YUMMY!!!
Liz @ A Nut in a Nutshell says
Great balance of cool and hot in this one. Sounds incredible!
Lolo says
That looks like a great app!! Spicy and cheesy. Yum!
Jenn says
Mmmm. This has pretty much all my favorite things in it. Is there a way to add chocolate? 😉
Rachel @ Following In My Shoes says
I adore cheese balls -- and this one has so many of my favorite flavors in it!
Donna says
I love all the flavors in this! I'm definitely making this for our Super Bowl party.
Robin Gagnon says
Yum jalapeno & bacon are a great combo
Ty @ Mama of 3 Munchkins says
This looks amazingly delicious!
Shell Feis says
Definitely making this for my next party- everyone will love it! Thanks for sharing!
Toni says
Oh my that looks delish!!!
Kathleen says
That looks so good, I love cheese balls.
Theresa @ Faith and Family Reviews says
This looks yummy but I couldn't take the jalapeno peppers....to hot for my palate.