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Bacon and Chive Cheeseball

Bacon and Chive Cheeseball is a simple but delicious make ahead appetizer that is perfect for you next party or tailgate! 

Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword cheesball
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 12 people
Calories 199 kcal

Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 10 slices bacon crumbled and divided
  • 1/2 tablespoon chives chopped and divided
  • 1 cup pecans chopped and divided
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine cream cheese half the bacon, half the pecans, and half the chives. Season garlic powder, and stir until combined

  2. Empty bowl out onto wax paper and shape into a ball then place in the refrigerator to harden
  3. Roll the cheeseball in the remaining bacon, pecans and chives
  4. Return to fridge or serve immediately

Recipe Notes

See my tips for this recipe in the post above. 

Nutrition Facts
Bacon and Chive Cheeseball
Amount Per Serving
Calories 199 Calories from Fat 180
% Daily Value*
Fat 20g31%
Saturated Fat 7g44%
Cholesterol 33mg11%
Sodium 182mg8%
Potassium 99mg3%
Carbohydrates 2g1%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 271IU5%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 25mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.