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Mini Cheeseball Bites

Irresistible Mini Cheeseball Bites for Snack Lovers

These Mini Cheeseball Bites are perfect for snack lovers, combining creamy textures and bold flavors for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Mixture
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup crumbled blue cheese
  • ¼ cup green onions finely chopped
  • ¼ cup cooked bacon crumbled
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Coating
  • ½ cup chopped nuts such as pecans or walnuts
To Serve
  • 1 package pretzel crisps or crackers

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer
  • spatula
  • Shallow Dish
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing cream cheese into a mixing bowl. Blend until smooth, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add shredded cheddar, crumbled blue cheese, and green onions to the cream cheese. Stir well.
  3. Mix in bacon, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper until fully incorporated.
  4. Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll into balls.
  5. Roll each cheese ball in chopped nuts until evenly coated.
  6. Arrange the bites on a platter, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Serve chilled with pretzel crisps or crackers on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth base. You can try other cheeses or nuts for variety.

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