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Jalapeño Popper Football Cheese Ball

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A fun and interactive appetizer shaped like a football, blending creamy cheese, spicy jalapeños, and crispy bacon, perfect for game day gatherings.

  • Total Time: 75 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled bacon
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1 cup crushed crackers (for coating)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, crumbled bacon, green onions, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until well blended.
  2. Shape the mixture into a large football shape using your hands.
  3. Roll the cheese ball in the crushed crackers until fully coated.
  4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to firm up.
  5. Serve with additional crackers, veggies, or chips for dipping. Enjoy!

Notes

For an easy substitute, use a dairy-free cream cheese or a gluten-free cracker. Make it ahead of time by forming the cheese ball and coating it right before serving for maximum freshness.

  • Author: alison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg