Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball

Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball

from thecozycook.com
10 min

This cheese ball has a perfect blend of flavors including ranch, crispy bacon bits, 2 kinds of cheese, and chives.

Ingredients

  • 16 oz. cream cheese (softened)
  • 3 Tablespoons sour cream
  • 1 oz. packet Ranch seasoning mix ((Equal to about 3 Tablespoons))
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1.5 cups cheddar cheese (see notes*)
  • ¼ cup green onions (diced (can sub 1/3 cup diced chives))
  • 6 strips bacon (cooked and crumbled)

Directions

  1. 1

    Use a silicone spatula to mix all ingredients until well combined. Transfer to saran wrap and use it to help you mold it into a ball.

  2. 2

    Refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes in order to allow the flavors to blend. Remove saran wrap and transfer to a serving platter. Serve with crackers, vegetables, Pita chips, or crusty breads.

  3. 3

    As of 12/2020: Sour Cream, Garlic Powder, and White Cheddar/Monterey Jack cheese were added to the recipe for improved taste and texture. They are optional, but recommended. The recipe video does not include these ingredients.