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Flavor-Packed Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball Recipe

Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon
  • 2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or nuts of choice

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and ranch seasoning until well combined.
  2. Add the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and chopped green onions to the cream cheese mixture.
  3. Once the ingredients are combined, form the mixture into a ball shape with your hands and wrap it in plastic wrap.
  4. Refrigerate the cheese ball for at least 2 hours or until firm.
  5. Once firm, remove the cheese ball from the refrigerator and coat it with the chopped pecans.
  6. Transfer your completed cheese ball to a serving platter and garnish with additional green onions if desired.
  7. Serve with assorted crackers, fresh vegetables, or pretzel bites.