Description
Bacon Jalapeño Popper Cheese Balls are a delicious and savory appetizer perfect for parties, combining the flavors of crispy bacon, spicy jalapeños, and creamy cheese in a bite-sized format.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 jalapeños, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Roll each cheese ball in breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the cheese balls in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Adjust the number of jalapeños based on your spice preference.
- These can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before frying.
- For a healthier version, consider baking the cheese balls instead of frying.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 cheese balls
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg