
Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball
An enhanced version of the classic, featuring a blend of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, real bacon bits, and a touch of garlic powder for extra flavor.
8 ounces
Cream cheese-softened
1 cup
Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup
Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
8 slices
Bacon-cooked and crumbled
1 packet
Dry ranch seasoning mix
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An enhanced version of the classic, featuring a blend of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, real bacon bits, and a touch of garlic powder for extra flavor.
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine all Cheese Base ingredients until smooth and well blended.
- In a separate small bowl, combine all Bacon & Ranch ingredients. Mix well.
- Gently fold the Bacon & Ranch mixture into the cheese mixture until evenly distributed.
- Shape the cheese mixture into a ball.
- In a shallow dish, combine the chopped Pecans and Bacon bits.
- Roll the cheese ball in the pecan-bacon mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving to allow the cheese ball to firm up.
Ingredients
12
- Cheese Base
- 8 ounces Cream cheese-softened
- 1 cup Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Bacon & Ranch
- 8 slices Bacon-cooked and crumbled
- 1 packet Dry ranch seasoning mix
- 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
- Coating
- 3/4 cup Pecans-chopped
- 1/4 cup Bacon bits-real
Equipment
- Medium bowl
- Small bowl
- Shallow dish
- Mixing spoon
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine all Cheese Base ingredients until smooth and well blended.
- In a separate small bowl, combine all Bacon & Ranch ingredients. Mix well.
- Gently fold the Bacon & Ranch mixture into the cheese mixture until evenly distributed.
- Shape the cheese mixture into a ball.
- In a shallow dish, combine the chopped Pecans and Bacon bits.
- Roll the cheese ball in the pecan-bacon mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving to allow the cheese ball to firm up.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
275
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