Turkey Jalapeño Popper Cheese Balls
If you’re seeking a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer, look no further than these Turkey Jalapeño Popper Cheese Balls. Creamy cream cheese blends seamlessly with zesty jalapeños, while crispy turkey bacon adds a delightful crunch. Perfect for any occasion, from game day to family gatherings, these bite-sized treats are both satisfying and delicious. They can be whipped up in just 15 minutes, chilled for convenience, and served alongside an array of dips or fresh veggies. Once you try these irresistible cheese balls, they’ll quickly become a go-to favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 20 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 450 g cream cheese, at room temperature
- 15 ml mayonnaise
- 120 ml fresh chives, finely minced
- 240 ml jalapeños, seeds removed and finely diced
- 475 ml turkey bacon, finely crumbled (plus extra for coating)
- 120 ml sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded
- 5 ml ground black pepper
- 5 ml cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, chives, diced jalapeños, turkey bacon crumbles (240 ml), cheddar cheese, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix until fluffy.
- Spread remaining turkey bacon crumbles on a shallow dish.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion the cheese mixture and roll into small balls.
- Roll each ball in the turkey bacon crumbles to coat evenly.
- Chill the cheese balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve chilled with your choice of crackers or fresh veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 96
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 175 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 18 mg