Bacon Jalapeno Popper Cheese Balls Recipe
These Bacon Jalapeno Popper Cheese Balls are a delightful appetizer that combines creamy cheese, smoky bacon, spicy jalapenos, and savory seasonings. Perfect for parties or snacking, these cheese balls are crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 minutes
- Total Time: 33-34 minutes
- Yield: About 16 cheese balls
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Cheese Ball Mixture:
- Cream cheese – 8 oz
- Shredded cheddar cheese – 1 cup
- Bacon – 6 slices, cooked and crumbled
- Jalapenos – 2, seeded and finely chopped
- Green onions – 2, chopped
- Garlic powder – 1 teaspoon
- Salt – 1/2 teaspoon
- Pepper – 1/4 teaspoon
Coating:
- Bread crumbs – 1 cup
- Oil – for frying
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped jalapeños, and garlic powder. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form the Cheese Balls: Using your hands, take a small amount of the mixture and roll it into a ball, about 1 inch in diameter. Place each ball on the prepared baking sheet.
- Coat the Cheese Balls: In a separate bowl, combine breadcrumbs and any remaining bacon bits. Roll each cheese ball in the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
- Bake the Cheese Balls: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese balls are golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cheese balls from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Storage Recommendations: You can store leftover cheese balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezing Tips: For longer storage, these cheese balls can be frozen before baking. Just freeze them on the baking sheet and once solid, transfer them to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cook time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Bacon Jalapeno Popper Cheese Balls, Cheese Balls Recipe, Appetizer, Party Snack
