Description
Mini Bacon Ranch Cheeseballs are an irresistible treat that combine creamy cheese, smoky bacon, and zesty ranch seasoning into bite-sized morsels perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (like chives or parsley), chopped
- Crackers or fresh veggies for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and ranch seasoning.
- Mix until well combined, achieving a creamy texture.
- Gently fold in the crumbled bacon and freshly chopped herbs.
- Shape tablespoons of the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- If desired, roll the cheeseballs in extra bacon bits or chopped herbs for added flair.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm them up before serving.
Notes
You can freeze the cheeseballs for up to 3 months. They keep well in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheeseball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: cheeseballs, appetizers, bacon, ranch, snacks