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Cheddar Ranch Cheese Ball

Creamy Cheddar Ranch Cheese Ball for Irresistible Snacking

This Cheddar Ranch Cheese Ball is a creamy no-cook appetizer that's easy to prepare and a sure crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Mixture
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened at room temperature
  • 8 oz Sharp Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1 tbsp Ranch Seasoning homemade preferred
  • 4 slices Crispy Bacon pre-cooked for convenience
For Coating
  • 1 cup Chopped Nuts or Fresh Herbs use pecans, walnuts, or parsley
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper for a spicy kick
  • 1 cup Colorful Vegetables like bell peppers or olives

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Plastic wrap
  • Serving platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by ensuring your cream cheese is softened, which is crucial for a smooth consistency in your Cheddar Ranch Cheese Ball. Leave the cream cheese at room temperature for about 30 minutes or microwave it for just 15 seconds.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with shredded sharp cheddar cheese, ranch seasoning, and crispy bacon. Use a sturdy spatula to blend the ingredients together until completely mixed.
  3. Once well combined, gather the cheese mixture and shape it into a ball using your hands, possibly using plastic wrap to form a smooth ball.
  4. To enhance flavor and appearance, roll the formed cheese ball in your choice of chopped nuts or fresh herbs for a delightful crunch.
  5. Place the coated cheese ball onto a serving platter and refrigerate it for at least 1 hour to meld the flavors.
  6. Once chilled, your Cheddar Ranch Cheese Ball is ready to serve! Pair it with dippers like crackers, pretzels, or fresh vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 120mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This cheese ball can be made ahead of time and stored well for up to 5 days in the fridge or frozen for later use.

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