Cheddar-Bacon Balls

Cheddar-Bacon Balls
45 min.
24
165kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your appetizer game? Look no further than these delightful Cheddar-Bacon Balls! Perfect for any gathering, these savory bites are sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 24 delicious servings that are ideal for antipasti platters, starters, or even as a satisfying snack.

Imagine the irresistible combination of crispy bacon, creamy cheddar cheese, and a hint of spice from hot banana pepper rings, all rolled into bite-sized balls and coated with crunchy toasted pecans. Each ball packs a punch of flavor, making them a standout choice for parties, game days, or casual get-togethers. Plus, they can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator, allowing you to enjoy the festivities without the last-minute rush.

Whether served alongside an assortment of crackers or enjoyed on their own, these Cheddar-Bacon Balls are not just a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. So gather your ingredients, fire up your food processor, and get ready to impress with this crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s sure to be the highlight of your next event!

Ingredients

  • slices bacon chopped
  • tablespoons pepper rings hot
  • 0.3 cup butter cubed
  • oz cheddar cheese cubed
  • 24 servings round buttery crackers assorted
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • tablespoons spring onion chopped
  • 0.3 cup pecans toasted finely chopped

Equipment

  • food processor
  • blender

Directions

  1. Cook bacon until crisp; drain, reserving one tablespoon drippings. In a blender or food processor, blend cheese, butter, parsley, green onions and pepper rings.
  2. Add bacon and reserved drippings; process until bacon is finely chopped. Chill mixture 3 hours, or until firm. Form mixture into one-inch balls.
  3. Roll balls in chopped pecans.
  4. Store in refrigerator up to 2 days before serving.
  5. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories165kcal
Protein10.13%
Fat64.07%
Carbs25.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.29
Glycemic Load
0.08
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.2556521918463%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.11mg
Delphinidin
0.08mg
Catechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin
0.06mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Apigenin
0.72mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:164.57kcal
8.23%
Fat:11.77g
18.11%
Saturated Fat:4.7g
29.36%
Carbohydrates:10.67g
3.56%
Net Carbohydrates:10.18g
3.7%
Sugar:1.39g
1.54%
Cholesterol:18.16mg
6.05%
Sodium:255.57mg
11.11%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.19g
8.37%
Vitamin K:14.93µg
14.22%
Phosphorus:98.68mg
9.87%
Calcium:93.83mg
9.38%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.78%
Selenium:4.58µg
6.55%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.41%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.38%
Vitamin B3:1.03mg
5.13%
Vitamin E:0.73mg
4.85%
Iron:0.81mg
4.49%
Vitamin A:189.46IU
3.79%
Zinc:0.56mg
3.76%
Folate:14.63µg
3.66%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.19%
Fiber:0.49g
1.96%
Magnesium:7.81mg
1.95%
Copper:0.04mg
1.93%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.68%
Vitamin B5:0.14mg
1.42%
Potassium:45.23mg
1.29%
Source:My Recipes