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Jalapeno Cheese Ball Bites

Spicy Jalapeno Cheese Ball Bites Everyone Will Love

These Jalapeno Cheese Ball Bites are a creamy, savory appetizer that is easy to prepare and sure to please your guests.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 4 oz Bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 2 medium Jalapenos finely chopped
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese or pepper jack
  • 1/2 cup Pecans chopped
For Coating and Serving
  • 1 cup Pretzel Sticks crushed
  • 1 tbsp Seasonings garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • shallow dish
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, crispy bacon, finely chopped jalapenos, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped pecans. Use a sturdy spatula or a hand mixer to blend everything until smooth and creamy; aim for a uniform consistency.
  2. Using your hands, grab a small portion of the mixture (about 1-2 tablespoons) and roll it into a compact ball. Continue this process until you have formed all the bites, which should yield around 12-16 pieces.
  3. In a shallow dish, crush the pretzel sticks into small pieces. Carefully roll each cheese ball in the crushed pretzels, ensuring they are completely covered.
  4. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  5. Once chilled, arrange them on a serving platter and pair with assorted crackers or fresh vegetable sticks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make ahead and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge, or freeze for up to 1 month.

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