Description
A creamy and spicy cheese ball packed with jalapenos and cheese, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced jalapenos (fresh or pickled)
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 cup crushed crackers for topping
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapenos, green onions, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
- Shape the mixture into a ball.
- Roll the cheese ball in crushed crackers until fully coated.
- Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Serve with additional crackers or vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- For a milder flavor, use fewer jalapenos or substitute with bell peppers.
- Use low-fat cream cheese for a lighter option.
- Try adding herbs like parsley or dill for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: jalapeno popper cheese ball, cheese ball recipe, spicy cheese appetizer