Bacon Cheddar Cheese Balls

I am always looking for a new tailgating recipe. Something that travels well, tastes great and is easy to make. Here’s a recipe that I love, Bacon Cheddar Cheese Balls. The recipe makes two cheese balls and can be made in advance. Serve it with an assortment of your favorite crackers or fresh veggies. Even if your team isn’t, this recipe is a winner!

Recipes that can be made ahead of time are the best. And this one make two cheese balls, so you can put one in the freezer for use later. Do the work once and enjoy it twice. That sounds like a good deal to me! And shopping for only 5 ingredients makes this recipe for Bacon Cheddar Cheese Balls affordable and so easy to prepare.

Bacon Cheddar Cheese Balls Recipe

What’s needed?

• 2 8-ounce packages of cream cheese
• 1 packet of dry Ranch Seasoning mix
• 4 green onions, chopped
• 2 3-ounce packages of bacon bits
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

How to make Bacon Cheddar Cheese Balls?

• Begin by chopping the green onions. Set them aside.

• Put the softened cream cheese in a large bowl. Add the packet of ranch seasoning and mix thoroughly with a fork.
• Add the green onions, shredded cheddar cheese and one package of bacon bits. Mix well.
• Divide this mixture into two equal amounts. Form a ball from each portion. Pour the second package of bacon bits onto a large piece of plastic wrap. Roll each ball in bacon bits until covered.

• Wrap each ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight. You can keep them in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
• Put the cheese balls in a plastic bag and place them in your cooler on game day. Serve this cheesy treat with your favorite crackers or fresh sliced veggies. Each cheese ball serves about 8 people. Let the tailgate party begin!