Bacon Cheddar Ranch Cheeseball

Packed with creamy cheese, smoky bacon, sharp cheddar, and a punch of ranch seasoning, this cheeseball delivers bold flavor in every bite.

Whether you’re serving it for game day, holidays, or a casual get-together, it’s easy to make ahead and pairs perfectly with crackers, pretzels, or fresh veggies. Roll it in extra bacon and chives for a picture-perfect finish, and watch it disappear fast.

Helpful Tips

1. Use Freshly Shredded Cheese – Pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that can affect texture. Shredding your own cheddar ensures a smoother, creamier consistency.
2. Let the Cream Cheese Soften – Softened cream cheese is much easier to mix and will help all the flavors blend evenly. Let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before starting.
3. Chill Before Serving – Refrigerating the cheeseball for at least an hour (or even overnight) helps it firm up and enhances the flavors. A well-chilled cheeseball is also easier to roll in toppings.

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Bacon Cheddar Ranch Cheeseball

Packed with creamy cheese, smoky bacon, sharp cheddar, and a punch of ranch seasoning, this cheeseball delivers bold flavor in every bite.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 6 minutes mins

Total Time 16 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings 12 servings

Calories 224 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 16 ounces cream cheese softened
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
• 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
• 2 tablespoons Ranch seasoning mix
• 2 green onions chopped
• Extra bacon chives, and cheddar for coating

Instructions

 

• In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon, Ranch seasoning, and green onions. Mix well.
• Form the mixture into a ball and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld.
• Before serving, roll the cheeseball in a mixture of extra crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar, and fresh chives for a delicious coating.
• Serve with an assortment of crackers, pretzels, or sliced veggies.

Nutrition

Calories: 224kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 6gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 441mgPotassium: 84mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 626IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 105mgIron: 0.1mg

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