Ingredients
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- 1 pound bacon
- 6 tablespoons green onions, sliced thinly (divided)
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 16 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
Instructions
- Cut bacon into 1/3" strips and cook in a nonstick pan over medium heat for 5-8 minutes until crispy.
- Drain the bacon on a paper towel to remove excess grease.
- In a stand mixer, combine cream cheese, 1/2 cup bacon bits, 1/3 cup sliced green onions, cheddar, and ranch seasoning.
- Mix on low speed until blended but still textured.
- Shape the mixture into a ball.
- Coat with remaining bacon bits and garnish with sliced green onions.
- Chill until ready to serve.
Last Step:
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Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing.
Chill the cheese ball for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavors.
Store leftovers in plastic in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing and Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 7
- Cholesterol: 30