Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball
This Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball is a creamy, flavorful appetizer made with crispy bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, ranch seasoning, and fresh chives. It’s an easy make-ahead appetizer for parties, holidays, game days, or casual family gatherings. Serve it with crackers, toasted bread, or fresh veggies.
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Ingredients
- 8 slices of bacon cooked and crumbled
- 8 oz (2 packages) of cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet of ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 cup fresh chives minced
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together 1/4 of the bacon, cream cheese, and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Add the ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, and onion powder, and mix until well combined.
- Form the cheese mixture into a ball and wrap in plastic wrap.
- Chill for 4 hours.
- Before serving, add remaining bacon and chives to a plate.
- Roll the cheese ball in the mixture to coat.
Servings: 10
Calories: 260kcal