Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball

Creamy, cheesy, bacon-loaded, and packed with jalapeño flavor! This Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball is an easy make-ahead appetizer that’s perfect for parties, game day, or holiday gatherings.

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JALAPENO POPPER CHEESE BALL

Creamy, cheesy, bacon-loaded, and packed with jalapeño flavor! This Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball is an easy make-ahead appetizer that’s perfect for parties, game day, or holiday gatherings.

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Ingredients

Cheese Ball

• 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2–3 jalapeños, finely chopped
• ¼ cup chopped green onions
• ½ cup cooked bacon, finely chopped
• pepper to taste

Toppings

• 1/2-3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup cooked bacon, chopped
• 1–2 jalapeños, finely chopped
• ¼ cup chopped green onions

Instructions

1. Place the softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl.
2. Add the seasonings and mix until combined.
3. Stir in the chopped jalapeños and green onions.
4. Mix in some of the shredded cheddar cheese.
5. Form the mixture into a ball. Refrigerate.
6. Place a piece of saran wrap on the countertop. Sprinkle shredded cheddar, chopped bacon, jalapeños, and green onions.
7. Roll the cream cheese mixture in the toppings, pressing gently so they adhere all around.
8. Chill until firm.
9. Serve with crackers or chips.