Description
Bacon Jalapeño Cream Cheese Balls are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer that will have your guests raving. With their irresistible combination of creamy, spicy, and savory flavors, these delectable bites are sure to be the star of any social gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounce cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup cooked thick-cut bacon, chopped
- 2 fresh jalapeños, finely chopped (seeds removed for milder flavor)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, chopped bacon, finely chopped jalapeños, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined. The mixture should be smooth and evenly blended.
- Scoop about 2 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture and roll it into a ball, approximately 1 inch in diameter. Place the formed balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Coat each ball in the panko breadcrumbs, ensuring they are completely covered. This will create a delightful crunchy exterior when baked.
- Bake the Bacon Jalapeño Cream Cheese Balls for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and irresistibly crispy on the outside.
Notes
Leftover Bacon Jalapeño Cream Cheese Balls can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. When you’re ready to enjoy them again, simply reheat the balls in a preheated oven at 375°F for 10-15 minutes, or until they’re hot and crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 balls
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg