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Savory snacks have a special place in the culinary world, particularly when it comes to cheese-based appetizers. Among these, cheeseballs stand out as a crowd favorite for gatherings, parties, and celebrations. Their customizable nature allows cooks to experiment with various flavors and ingredients, but few combinations beat the delightful duo of bacon and ranch dressing. The Savory Bacon Ranch Cheeseballs blend creamy cheese with baked flavors, perfectly encapsulated for biting enjoyment.

Savory Bacon Ranch Cheeseballs Recipe

These savory mini cheeseballs combine cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and crumbled bacon, coated in crunchy nuts for a delightful appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 100 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup cooked and cooled bacon crumbled
  • ¼ cup ranch dressing mix
  • ¼ cup green onions finely chopped
  • ½ cup chopped nuts pecans or walnuts for coating
  • fresh parsley leaves for garnish optional

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon, ranch dressing mix, and green onions until smooth.
  • Scoop out portions of the mixture, about 1 tablespoon each, and roll into small balls.
  • Place cheeseballs onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Pour chopped nuts into a shallow dish and roll each cheeseball in the nuts to coat.
  • Transfer the baking sheet to the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley before serving if desired.
  • Arrange on a serving platter and enjoy with crackers or vegetables.

Notes

Chill the cheeseballs for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor.
Keyword appetizer, bacon, cheeseballs, ranch, snack