When it comes to party appetizers, Cracked Out Cheeseball Bites are pure gold! These little flavor-packed bites are not only ridiculously easy to make but are also guaranteed to be the talk of your gathering. Whether you’re hosting a game night, a holiday party, or just a casual get-together, these individual cheeseballs are sure to steal the show. Who wouldn’t love a bite-sized ball of creamy cheese, crunchy bacon, and zesty ranch seasoning, all topped with a pretzel stick for the perfect crunch?

How to Make Cracked Out Cheeseball Bites

Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe

2 – 8oz packages cream cheese, softened
1 oz packet dry ranch dressing mix
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
¾ cup bacon pieces, finely chopped
½ cup pecans, finely chopped
⅓ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
20 pretzel sticks

Step by Step Guide

1. Chop the parsley, and make sure your bacon and pecans are finely chopped for an even coating.

2. In a medium bowl, combine your softened cream cheese and dry ranch dressing mix. Once that’s smooth, fold in the shredded cheddar cheese along with half of the chopped bacon, pecans, and parsley.

3. In a small bowl, mix together the remaining bacon, pecans, and parsley. This will be the crunchy coating that takes these bites to the next level.

4. Using your hands or a spoon, shape the cream cheese mixture into 1 ½ inch balls (about the size of a golf ball). Roll each ball in the bacon, pecan, and parsley mixture you just prepped.

5. Place the cheeseballs in a baking dish, cover them with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least one hour to let all those flavors meld together.

6. Just before serving, stick a pretzel stick into each cheeseball. Not only do they make these bites fun and easy to eat, but they also add an extra bit of crunch.

And there you have it. Arrange them on a platter and serve with extra pretzels or crackers on the side for your guests to enjoy.

These Cracked Out Cheeseball Bites are like party MVPs. They look fancy, taste incredible, and are so easy to make. Plus, since they’re individually portioned, they’re perfect for any occasion where you want to minimize mess while maximizing flavor.

So, next time you’re planning a party, put these on the menu, and watch them disappear faster than you can say “cheeseball!” Just don’t forget to save a few for yourself—they’re that good. Happy snacking!

Ingredients

2 – 8oz packages cream cheese, softened
1 oz packet dry ranch dressing mix
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
¾ cup bacon pieces, finely chopped
½ cup pecans, finely chopped
⅓ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
20 pretzel sticks

Instructions

Chop the parsley, and make sure your bacon and pecans are finely chopped for an even coating.
In a medium bowl, combine your softened cream cheese and dry ranch dressing mix. Once that’s smooth, fold in the shredded cheddar cheese along with half of the chopped bacon, pecans, and parsley.
In a small bowl, mix together the remaining bacon, pecans, and parsley. This will be the crunchy coating that takes these bites to the next level.
Using your hands or a spoon, shape the cream cheese mixture into 1 ½ inch balls (about the size of a golf ball). Roll each ball in the bacon, pecan, and parsley mixture you just prepped.
Place the cheeseballs in a baking dish, cover them with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least one hour to let all those flavors meld together.
Just before serving, stick a pretzel stick into each cheeseball. Not only do they make these bites fun and easy to eat, but they also add an extra bit of crunch.
Arrange them on a platter and serve with extra pretzels or crackers on the side for your guests to enjoy.