Description
A creamy and spicy cheese ball packed with jalapenos, perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced jalapenos
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapenos, green onions, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into a ball shape using your hands.
- Wrap the cheese ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Before serving, roll the cheese ball in crushed tortilla chips until coated.
- Serve with additional tortilla chips or crackers.
Notes
- Use fresh jalapenos for better flavor.
- Adjust jalapeno quantity based on your spice preference.
- Let the cheese ball sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving for easier spreading.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: jalapeno popper cheese ball, cheese ball recipe, party appetizer