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mini bacon ranch cheese balls on a serving board

Mini Bacon Ranch Cheese Balls for Easy Party Snacking

Creamy cheese, savory bacon, ranch seasoning, and a crisp pecan coating make these mini cheese balls an easy make-ahead appetizer.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
  • 1 oz ranch seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup cooked bacon crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons green onions sliced
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans for coating
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped for coating

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Beat cream cheese, cheddar, and ranch seasoning until smooth.
  • Fold in bacon and green onions.
  • Chill 30 minutes, divide into eight portions, and shape into balls.
  • Combine pecans and parsley and roll each ball in the coating.
  • Chill at least 30 minutes before serving.