How to Make 4-Ingredient Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a simple yet delicious appetizer to impress your guests at your next gathering? Look no further than this 4-Ingredient Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball. This easy-to-make recipe requires just four simple ingredients and is guaranteed to be a hit at any party or get-together. Whether you're hosting a casual family gathering or a formal dinner party, this cheese ball is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

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Ingredients

  • 4 strips bacon
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons dry ranch dressing mix
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Refrigerate Time: 30 mins
  • Stand Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 15

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer bacon strips to a lined baking sheet with a drip tray. Refrigerate bacon until crisp.
  • In a bowl spread out cream cheese and sprinkle ranch seasoning over the cheese. Blend together until well combined.
  • Chop bacon until it resembles fine crumbs. Reserve 2 tablespoons. Add remaining bacon to the cream cheese mixture. Using clean (gloved) hands roll cream cheese mixture into a ball. Refrigerate for 30 minutes
  • Combine chopped pecans and reserved bacon in a small bowl. Cover cream cheese ball with pecan bacon mixture. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Let come to room temperature about 30 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    103 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 22mg
    • Sodium: 173mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Potassium: 46mg