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Easy Cheddar Ranch Cheese Ball Recipe – Perfect Party Appetizer
This Cheddar Ranch Cheese Ball is made with cream cheese, sharp cheddar, ranch seasoning, and crispy bacon, then coated with crunchy pecans and fresh herbs. It’s a crowd-pleasing snack that pairs perfectly with crackers, veggies, or toasted bread!
Ingredients
- For the Cheese Ball:
- 2 8 oz blocks cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 packet 1 oz ranch seasoning mix
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ cup crispy bacon crumbled
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- For the Coating:
- ½ cup pecans finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
- ¼ cup crispy bacon crumbled
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Mix the Cheese Ball:
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add shredded cheddar, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, bacon crumbles, and green onions.
- Mix well until fully combined.
- Shape And Chill:
- Using your hands, shape the mixture into a ball.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight) to firm up.
- Coat the Cheese Ball:
- In a small bowl, mix together pecans, parsley, bacon, and extra shredded cheese.
- Roll the chilled cheese ball in the mixture until fully coated.
- Serve And Enjoy:
- Place on a serving platter and serve with crackers, pretzels, sliced veggies, or toasted bread.
Notes
- ut-Free Option? Skip the pecans and use more bacon and herbs.
- Spicy Version? Add ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper or mix in diced jalapeños.
- Make Ahead? Prep and chill up to 3 days in advance.
Nutrition
Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 6gFat: 24g