Bacon Cheese Ball Recipe

Indulge in this creamy, dreamy Bacon Cheese Ball recipe! Perfect as a party appetizer or a fun snack, this recipe easily makes one large or two smaller cheese balls. Serve with your favorite crackers and prepare to be amazed by this simple yet irresistible treat. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 149.3 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 4.7 (7 Reviews)
Bacon Cheese Ball

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Bacon Cheese Ball

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons Miracle Whip
  • Parmesan Cheese
  • Crisp Bacon
  • Green Onion

How to Make Bacon Cheese Ball

  1. In a medium bowl, beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 2 tablespoons of Miracle Whip together with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon, 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions, and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce. Gently mix by hand until everything is well combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into one large cheese ball or two smaller ones. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the cheese ball to firm up.
  4. Once chilled, roll the cheese ball(s) in chopped pecans or your preferred topping (optional). Serve with your favorite crackers, breadsticks, or vegetables.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

39g

Carbs

0g