Bacon Ranch Cheese Balls
These easy bacon ranch cheese balls are the perfect appetizer for any holiday gathering. This recipe makes two versions: a classic pecan-crusted ball and a fun pumpkin-shaped one coated in extra cheddar cheese.
These easy bacon ranch cheese balls are the perfect appetizer for any holiday gathering. This recipe makes two versions: a classic pecan-crusted ball and a fun pumpkin-shaped one coated in extra cheddar cheese.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, 2 blocks of shredded sharp cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, ranch seasoning packets, and chopped green onions.
Mix with a spatula until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Divide the cheese mixture in half to create two cheese balls.
For the first cheese ball, form one half of the mixture into a ball and roll it in the chopped pecans until fully coated.
Wrap the pecan-coated cheese ball tightly in plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator to chill.
For the second cheese ball, form the other half of the mixture into a ball and roll it in the 1.5 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese until coated.
Wrap the cheddar-coated cheese ball tightly in plastic wrap.
To create a pumpkin shape, wrap rubber bands around the cheese ball, pressing them in to create ridges.
Place the pumpkin-shaped cheese ball in the refrigerator to chill and set for at least 1 hour.
Once firm, carefully remove the plastic wrap and rubber bands. Place a bell pepper stem in the top center of the pumpkin cheese ball.
Arrange both cheese balls on a platter with assorted crackers and serve.
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