Description
Mini Bacon Ranch Cheeseballs are a delicious appetizer blending creamy texture with smoky flavor, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (like chives or parsley), chopped
- Crackers or fresh veggies for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and ranch seasoning.
- Mix everything until well combined, achieving a creamy texture.
- Gently fold in the crumbled bacon and freshly chopped herbs.
- Shape tablespoons of the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- If desired, roll the cheeseballs in extra bacon bits or chopped herbs.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm them up before serving.
- Serve with crackers or fresh veggies for dipping.
Notes
For the best results, ensure cream cheese is at room temperature. Feel free to experiment with cheese varieties and add spices for a twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheeseball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: appetizer, cheeseballs, bacon, ranch, party food