Mini Cheeseball Bites for Irresistible Snack-Time Delights

Mini Cheeseball Bites are a quick and delicious snack that combines creamy cheese, savory bacon, and crunchy nuts for a perfect party treat.

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Course: Snacks

Keyword: appetizers, cheeseballs, Cream Cheese, Mini Cheeseball Bites, Party Food, snacks

Prep Time: 15

Chilling Time: 30

Total Time: 45

Servings: bites

Calories: 100kcal

Equipment

Mixing bowl
hand mixer
spatula
Baking Sheet
shallow dish

Ingredients

For the Cheeseball 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

For Serving

1 package pretzel crisps or crackers

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

Start by placing 8 ounces of softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl. Using a hand mixer or a fork, beat the cream cheese until it is smooth and creamy, which should take about 2 minutes.
Add 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese, ½ cup of crumbled blue cheese, and ¼ cup of finely chopped green onions to the bowl. Stir vigorously until well combined.
Sprinkle in ¼ cup of crumbled bacon, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, ½ teaspoon of paprika, and ½ teaspoon of black pepper. Mix thoroughly for another minute.
Using your hands, scoop out approximately 1 tablespoon of the cheeseball mixture at a time and roll each portion into smooth balls.
Pour ½ cup of chopped nuts into a shallow dish. Roll each cheeseball bite in the nuts, ensuring they’re coated evenly.
Arrange the bites on a serving platter and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
After chilling, serve the cheeseball bites on a platter alongside pretzel crisps or crackers.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. For best texture, let bites rest at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.

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