Classic Cheese Ball Recipe

Ingredients

• 16 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• ⅓ cup sour cream
• 1 green onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 cups finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• ¾ cup bacon bits (or crumbled bacon, divided)
• ½ cup chopped pecans
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps

1. 1

   Bake pecans in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes or until fragrant. Cool completely and chop.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, place cream cheese in a bowl and beat with a hand mixer until fluffy.

3. 3

   Add sour cream, green onion, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder. Beat until combined. Stir in cheddar cheese and ½ cup bacon bits. Chill in the fridge for 2 hours or up to 24 hours.

4. 4

   Remove from the fridge and shape into a ball. Combine remaining ¼ cup bacon, chopped pecans, and parsley on a small plate. Roll the cheeseball in the mixture pressing to adhere. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes.

5. 5

   Remove from the refrigerator at least 15 minutes before serving.