Mini Bacon Cheeseballs
These Mini Bacon Cheeseballs have creamy, tangy ranch-seasoned cream cheese packed with sharp cheddar, green onion, and smoky bacon, then rolled in even more crispy bacon for a salty crunch in every single bite.
Servings: 12 Cheeseballs
Calories: 245kcal
Ingredients
- 16 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 packet dry ranch seasoning
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/4 cup green onion sliced
- 6 ounces bacon bits
- fresh herbs like chives or parsley chopped, for garnish
- additional crumbled bacon or chopped nuts for coating
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with the dry ranch seasoning. Mix it together. Add the shredded cheddar cheese, green onion, and half the bacon bits. Mix until well combined and smooth.
- Using your hands, scoop out small portions of the cheese mixture and roll them into bite-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Roll each cheese ball in additional crumbled bacon to coat the outside. This adds extra flavor and a nice crunch.
- Place the mini bacon cheese balls on a serving platter and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up. Garnish with chopped fresh herbs before serving. Enjoy with your favorite crackers or fresh vegetables!
Nutrition
Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 607mg | Potassium: 83mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 623IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 119mg | Iron: 0.2mg