Description
Indulge in the ultimate party appetizer with this Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball! Combining creamy, tangy cream cheese and sharp cheddar with the zesty kick of jalapeños, this delightful cheese ball is perfect for game nights, holiday gatherings, or any casual get-together. It’s visually stunning, easy to prepare, and will steal the show at your next event. Serve it with crackers or veggies, and enjoy a flavor explosion that will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz block cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced jalapeños (fresh or canned)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 cup pecan or walnut pieces (chopped)
- 1 tbsp creamy ranch dressing mix
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, garlic powder, green onions, chili powder, and ranch dressing mix. Mix until smooth.
- Shape the mixture into a ball using your hands.
- Roll the cheese ball in chopped pecans or walnuts until fully coated.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour to chill and meld flavors.
- Serve on a platter with crackers or veggie sticks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 56g
- Calories: 234
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg