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Bacon Jalapeño Cream Cheese Balls

Delicious Bacon Jalapeño Cream Cheese Balls

These Bacon Jalapeño Cream Cheese Balls are a party favorite! Creamy, cheesy, spicy, and bacon-y, they’re the perfect appetizer for any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 jalapeños, seeded and finely diced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, crumbled bacon, diced jalapeños, shredded cheddar cheese, green onions, and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Mix all ingredients until well combined.
  3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the mixture to firm up.
  4. Remove the mixture from the refrigerator and use a spoon or small cookie scoop to form into small balls.
  5. Place the cream cheese balls on a serving plate and serve chilled.

Notes

For an extra touch, roll the cream cheese balls in chopped pecans or more crumbled bacon before serving.