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Bacon Jalapeño Popper Cheese Balls

Bacon Jalapeño Popper Cheese Balls: Irresistibly Cheesy Crunch

These Bacon Jalapeño Popper Cheese Balls are a crowd-pleasing appetizer combining crispy bacon, gooey cheese, and zesty jalapeños.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Mixture
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese
  • 2-3 Jalapeños Chopped
  • 6 slices Cooked Bacon Crumble
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
For Seasoning
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Shallow Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Chop jalapeños and crumble bacon.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, bacon, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
  3. Form the mixture into balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Roll the cheese balls in panko breadcrumbs, ensuring an even coating.
  5. Bake cheese balls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Allow cooling slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid irritation. Consider double coating the cheese balls for extra crunch.

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