Bacon Ranch Cheeseballs
Mini bacon ranch cheeseballs are creamy, savory, and packed with flavor from cream cheese, cheddar, bacon, and ranch seasoning, rolled in crunchy coatings. A perfect appetizer for parties, game nights, or family gatherings.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Hand mixer or wooden spoon
- Baking Tray
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- ½ cup cooked bacon chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs parsley or chives, chopped
- 1 cup crushed crackers or nuts for coating
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, soften cream cheese until smooth.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese and ranch seasoning mix. Mix well to combine.
- Fold in chopped bacon and fresh herbs until evenly distributed.
- Shape mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place on a parchment-lined tray.
- Roll each cheeseball in crushed crackers or nuts until fully coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to firm up.
Notes
Customize the flavor by swapping cheddar for pepper jack, adding jalapeños for spice, or using turkey bacon. For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon.