Quick & Easy Pecan Bacon Cheeseball
This Pecan Bacon Cheeseball is the ultimate make-ahead appetizer! Loaded with cream cheese, cheddar, crispy bacon, pecans and everything bagel seasoning. Great for Thanksgiving, Christmas or your next game day party.
Bacon & Pecan Cheeseball.
If you’re on the hunt for the perfect party appetizer, look no further than this Pecan Bacon Cheeseball. It's creamy, crunchy, savory and comes together in just a few minutes.
No matter if you’re hosting a holiday gathering, game day party, or casual get-together, this bacon cheddar cheeseball will steal the show.
Easy Cheeseball Recipe.
It’s packed with cream cheese, shredded triple cheddar, crispy bacon bits, chopped pecans and a burst of flavor from everything bagel seasoning.
Serve this savory cheese spread with buttery crackers, pretzel rods, sliced cucumbers or bell peppers for a low-carb option, or toasted baguette slices.
Ingredients:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded triple cheddar cheese
½ cup bacon bits
½ cup chopped pecans
¼ cup sliced scallions
2 tbsp milk (any kind)
2 tsp everything bagel seasoning
¼ tsp onion powder
¼ tsp garlic powder
Salt, to taste
Crushed black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, everything bagel seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, milk, salt and pepper.
2. Mix until well combined using a hand mixer or sturdy spoon.
3. Stir in half of the bacon bits, scallions and chopped pecans.
4. Transfer the mixture onto a piece of plastic wrap. Wrap tightly and shape into a ball.
5. Refrigerate the wrapped cheeseball for at least 20 minutes to firm up.
6. In a shallow bowl, prepare the coating by mixing the remaining bacon bits, pecans and scallions.
7. Unwrap the chilled cheeseball and roll it in the coating mixture until fully covered.
8. Plate and serve with crackers, pretzels, or fresh veggies of your choice.
Tip: This cheeseball can be made a day in advance. Just wait to coat it until right before serving for maximum crunch!
If you loved this Pecan Bacon Cheeseball, you' might also enjoy my Easy Charcuterie Board or Mini Caramel Apple Grapes.
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