Low Carb Bacon Cheddar Mini Cheese Balls
Low Carb Bacon Cheddar Mini Cheese Balls are the perfect snack for anyone looking for a quick and easy appetizer with a rich, savory flavor. These mini cheese balls combine the irresistible taste of bacon and sharp cheddar, making them a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. The addition of smooth cream cheese and crunchy pecans creates a delightful texture contrast, while the garlic powder and chives bring an extra burst of flavor. These mini cheese balls are ideal for parties, game days, or any low-carb snacking occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped chives, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Mix all ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and well-blended.
- Using your hands, form the cheese mixture into small, bite-sized balls.
- Roll each ball in chopped pecans to coat them evenly.
- Place the coated cheese balls on a plate or tray.
- Refrigerate the cheese balls for at least an hour before serving to allow them to firm up.
Notes
- Chill time is essential for the cheese balls to firm up and be easier to handle.
- If you don’t have pecans, you can substitute them with walnuts or sunflower seeds.
- For an extra kick, you can add chopped jalapeños or cayenne pepper to the mixture.
- These cheese balls can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheese ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg