Bacon Jalapeño Popper Cheese Balls

Name: Bacon Jalapeño Popper Cheese Balls
Ingredients: 450 g cream cheese, at room temperature; 15 ml mayonnaise; 120 ml fresh chives, finely minced; 240 ml jalapeños, seeds removed and finely diced; 475 ml bacon, finely crumbled (additional as needed for coating); 120 ml sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded; 1/2 medium red onion, finely minced (optional); 5 ml ground black pepper; 5 ml cayenne pepper

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450 g cream cheese, at room temperature15 ml mayonnaise120 ml fresh chives, finely minced240 ml jalapeños, seeds removed and finely diced475 ml bacon, finely crumbled (additional as needed for coating)120 ml sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded1/2 medium red onion, finely minced (optional)5 ml ground black pepper5 ml cayenne pepper

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Instructions

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Step 1

1️⃣ Prepare the cheese mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, 240 ml of bacon crumbles, red onion (if using), black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and well-combined.

Step 2

2️⃣ Prepare for coating: Spread the remaining bacon crumbles evenly on a shallow dish.

Step 3

3️⃣ Form the cheese balls: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion out the cheese mixture and roll each portion into small balls with your hands.

Step 4

4️⃣ Coat the cheese balls: Roll each cheese ball in the bacon crumbles on the shallow dish, ensuring each ball is evenly coated on all sides.

Step 5

5️⃣ Chill the cheese balls: Place the coated cheese balls in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes, allowing them to firm up and the flavors to meld.

Step 6

6️⃣ Serve: Once chilled, serve the bacon jalapeño popper cheese balls as a tasty appetizer or snack. Enjoy with crackers or fresh veggies for dipping!