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Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball Recipe

Zesty Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball Recipe for Low Carb Fun

This Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball is a low carb delight perfect for gatherings, blending spice and creamy flavors for a standout appetizer.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Ball
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream can substitute with plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 2 Jalapeños finely chopped; adjust for spice level
  • 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar or medium cheddar for a milder taste
  • 1/2 cup Cooked Bacon can substitute with turkey bacon
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
For the Coating
  • 1/2 cup Cooked Bacon finely chopped
  • 1 Jalapeño finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions or scallions
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Pecans or walnuts, optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, blend 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup of sour cream using a hand mixer for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
  2. Add 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 2 finely chopped jalapeños, 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar, 1/2 cup of cooked bacon bits, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix gently until combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into a ball using plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  4. For the coating, mix 1/2 cup of finely chopped cooked bacon, 1 finely chopped jalapeño, 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup of chopped green onions, and 1/4 cup of chopped pecans.
  5. Unwrap the cheese ball and roll it in the coating mixture until well coated.
  6. Allow the cheese ball to sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened for best mixing results. Adjust jalapeño quantity to control heat level. Refrigerate for a firm texture before serving.

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