Low Carb Bacon Cheddar Mini Cheese Balls are a delicious and easy snack that is perfect for anyone following a low-carb or keto diet. Here’s a simple recipe to make them:
Ingredients:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled (about 4-5 slices)
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions:
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Prepare the Bacon: Cook the bacon until crispy, then chop or crumble it into small pieces. Set it aside to cool.
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Mix the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is evenly combined.
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Form the Mini Cheese Balls: Scoop out a tablespoon of the cheese mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat the process until all the mixture is used. You should get about 12-16 mini cheese balls, depending on the size.
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Optional Garnish: If you like, you can roll the cheese balls in chopped fresh parsley or chives for extra flavor and color.
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Chill: Place the mini cheese balls on a plate or tray and chill them in the fridge for about 30 minutes to firm up.
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Serve: Enjoy these low-carb bacon cheddar cheese balls as a snack, appetizer, or even as part of a party platter!
Tips:
- You can also roll the cheese balls in additional crumbled bacon or chopped nuts for extra texture and flavor.
- To make them spicier, consider adding a little hot sauce or cayenne pepper to the mixture.
Enjoy!
