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A southern cream cheese ball recipe served with crackers, cherry tomatoes, cucumber sticks, and radishes on a serving platter.
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Southern Cream Cheese Ball

Creamy cheese ball loaded with bacon, green onions, and crunchy pecans. A simple, savory appetizer everyone loves.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 187kcal
Author Ksenia Prints

Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 3 green onions minced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • Bacon bits

Instructions

  • In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, bacon bits, onions, and garlic powder until well combined.
  • Shape the mixture into a ball.
  • Roll the ball in the nuts to coat evenly.
  • Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 187kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 90mg | Potassium: 105mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 433IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 0.4mg