This Bacon Jalapeño Cheese Ball recipe is easy to make and a hit at every party.  A creamy base is loaded with crispy smoky bacon, spicy jalapenos and sharp cheddar for a perfect party snack.

Making a cheese ball recipe is easy and best when made ahead of time. This is perfect for any party!

Ingridients:

  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 2 teaspoons worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or dressing
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 ½ tablespoons green onion finely sliced
  • ¾ cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • ¼ cup fresh parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons bacon chopped
  • ⅓ cup canned jalapenos diced

Topping

  • ½ cup Panko bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
  • 3 tablespoons bacon chopped
  • 1 jalapeno pepper seeded and finely diced

Directions:

  1. Mix cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, paprika and Worcestershire sauce with a mixer until fluffy.
  2. Stir in cheese, bacon, green onion and jalapenos. Place mixture onto a piece of plastic wrap and roll into a ball. Refrigerate at least one hour.
  3. Topping
  4. Combine Panko bread crumbs and butter in a small pan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until lightly browned. Cool completely.
  5. Combine all topping ingredients. Roll chilled cheese ball in topping pressing to stick.
  6. Serve with crackers, tortilla chips or vegetables for dipping.
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