This jalapeno cheddar cheese ball recipe uses distinct cheeses, peppers, and various spices to create a smooth and creamy appetizer that everyone will love.
Starting a blog post with a declarative statement is probably not the best way to win people over.
However, on this occasion, I will make an exception. I love cheese balls!
They are one of my favorite snacks. As a kid, we used to watch a lot of football games; notably, college football.
In my house growing up, excited shouts and frustrated groans filled our living room during football season. Hours were spent nestled together on the sofa watching the drama unfold.
After I moved out and subsequently married, my interest in sports started to wane.
While reading and video games were always a part of my life, once Kim and I started living together those hobbies took over most of my free time.
With that being said, I never could let go of “game day” snacks. This cheese ball recipe is a result of that love affair. It’s simple to prepare and delicious to eat.
The jalapenos bring more flavor than heat this time around. The spice is subdued by the trifecta of cheeses in the dish.
The velvety cream cheese acts a vehicle for the sharp cheddar and salty Monterey Jack; ensuring, each taste bud is satiated.
The aromatic green onions cut through the richness of the spread. All the seasons serve to enhance every savory bite of this delicious hors’ d’oeuvre.
It is a unique offering that should satisfy any palate with a craving for a delicious start to his or her meal.
How to Make a Jalapeno Cheddar Cheese Ball
The jalapeno cheddar cheese ball instructions are pretty easy.
All you need to do is make sure you pulled the cream cheese out of the refrigerator to soften before you get started. Once the cream cheese has softened up, begin chopping the jalapenos.
They will need to be seeded, the membranes removed and diced. Next, take half of the peppers and put them in a bowl to set aside for later.
Chop the pecans and take half of them to set aside for later. Shred your cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Afterward, dice the green onions.
Once the preparation work has been completed, combine the half the jalapenos, half the pecans, and all of the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and green onions in a large bowl.
To that mixture, add the seasoning salt, garlic powder, and Worchestire sauce.
As soon as all the ingredients have been added, mix everything together and form the mixture into a cheese ball.
Then roll the ball around in the remaining jalapenos and pecans creating a crust.
Put the cheese ball on a serving plate and place into your refrigerator to chill for at least 3 hours or until the ball is firm. You can serve the cheese ball with your favorite crackers or toasted bread.
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Jalapeno Cheddar Cheese Ball
This jalapeno cheddar recipe uses three distinct cheeses, jalapenos, and various spices to create a smooth and creamy appetizer that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 2 packages cream cheese, (16 ounces, softened)
- 4 jalapenos, (seeded, membranes removed, chopped, and divided)
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese, (shredded)
- 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, (shredded)
- ¼ cup green onions, (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup pecans, (coarsely chopped)
Instructions
- Combine half the jalapenos and pecans with the rest ingredients in a mixing bowl.
- Form the mixture into a ball.
- Then roll the cheese ball in the remaining jalapenos and pecans.
- Place it into the refrigerator to set for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Serve with your favorite crackers or toasted bread.
Notes
*Nutrition information is meant to be a guideline only. It may not be exact as it is gathered from a third party application.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1 gramsAmount Per Serving: Calories: 143Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 367mgCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 7g
silvia iorgu says
Wow, that looks amazing! And I love a good bit of spice, I think it works beautifully with cheese. Perfect for a relaxed meet-up
John says
Thank you, Silvia! It’s a great party snack and we hope you decide to make it some time. Have a lovely weekend! 🙂
silvia says
Thank you very much, same to you!
Jenna says
OMG need!!!! Now! This looks fab. I’d watch anything on tv (even sports) to eat this cheeseball.
John says
Thank you, Jenna! LOL! Well, you don’t have to watch anything to make it and eat it 🙂
Miss Angie (@MySoCalledChaos) says
Yessss. I really like a good cheese ball, and this looks excellent.
John says
Thanks, Angie! Cheeseballs are the best lol!
Heather @ Sugar Dish Me says
My MOST favorite kind of cheese ball. LOVEEEEEEE.
John says
Thank you, Heather! I am so happy to like the cheese ball 🙂
Jessica Lam says
This looks so delicious – I love anything with cheese in it!
John says
Thank you, Jessica! I too am a cheese fiend lol!
cglberger92 says
I am not the biggest fan of football and sports, but this is a great recipe for dinner parties! I have bee craving for anything with Jalapeño lately!
John says
Thank you, Chris! Glad you enjoyed the cheese ball recipe 🙂
Ashleigh says
This cheese ball recipe looks amazing! I’m always looking forward to trying new recipes and this one I might have to try soon. Thank you for sharing!
John says
Thank you, Ashleigh! We love new recipes too and are thrilled you may give this one a try 🙂
Bobbi Burleson says
I know I am supposed to be eating salads in the new year but I want THIS!!
John says
LOL! Thank you, Bobbi! There’s nothing wrong with a little indulgence from time to time 🙂
certifiedpastryaficionado says
This cheese ball looks DIVINE! And the jalapenos add the perfect amount of spice. Can’t wait to try this!
John says
Thank you, for your comments 🙂 I hope you love it when you try it!
Chelsea says
This looks yummy, will have to try for Super Bowl!
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John says
Thank you, Chelsea. We hope you love it 🙂
Nicole Parise says
This is perfect for a game day snack! I havn’t made a cheese ball in a while, it might be right about time 🙂
xx nicole
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John says
Thank you, Nicole! If you get the chance to make it, I hope you love it 🙂
Michelle - Lillian Abbey says
Definitely going to be putting this one on the menu for Super Bowl weekend!
John says
Thank you, Michelle! I hope you love the cheese ball 🙂
Rachel says
This cheese ball looks amazing! My husband won’t touch cheese but this recipe looks like a must try. I absolutely love cheese and crackers especially when there’s a little kick to it. Thanks for sharing!
John says
Thank you for your comments, Rachel! For an even better kick, you could try pickled jalapenos. 🙂
Chanel van Reenen says
i most definitely need to make this for Super Bowl! looks delicious!
John says
Thank you, Chanel! I am glad you liked it and I hope it works perfectly for gameday! 🙂
John says
I agree, football and cheese balls go together. Glad you liked the recipe and thank you for your comments 🙂
Megan Campbell says
I have this recipe to thank for my future extra 10lbs. haha Looks delish! Pinning it now! Cheers!
John says
LOL, sorry! However, I am glad you like the recipe and stopped by for a comment 🙂