Cheddar Ranch Cheeseball
This Cheddar Ranch Cheeseball is the perfect appetizer for any party! It’s easy to make, full of flavor, and always a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (bacon)
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes (includes chilling)
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch dressing mix
- 1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Optional: chopped pecans or walnuts, for coating
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the cheddar cheese, ranch dressing mix, bacon, and green onions. Mix until well combined.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
- Shape the mixture into a ball.
- Optional: Roll the cheeseball in chopped pecans or walnuts.
- Serve with crackers, vegetables, or pretzels.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the mixture.
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