Introducing the next big thing in guilt-free snacking: Spicy Cheddar Cracker Jalapeño Popper Cheese Ball! Imagine all the creamy, spicy goodness of a jalapeño popper and the crunchy, cheesy satisfaction of your favorite Quest™ Cheese Crackers — now blended into one protein-packed, mouthwatering masterpiece. This is not just a cheese ball; it’s a flavor explosion designed to satisfy your cravings and nourish your body.
Check out the full recipe below:
NUTRITIONAL INFO
SPICY CHEDDAR JALAPENO POPPER CHEESE BALL
Yields: 8 servings | Serving Size: 1/8 of ball
Calories: 260 | Protein: 12g | Fat: 20g | Net Carb: 6g
Total Carb: 8g | Sugar: 4g
Ingredients
SPICY CHEDDAR JALAPENO POPPER CHEESE BALL
- 16oz reduced fat cream cheese (2 packages), room temperature
- ¼ cup sour cream, room temperature
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 2 Quest Spicy Cheese Crackers, crushed
- 1 cup cheddar jack cheese, shredded
- 6 bacon strips, cooked and chopped
- 2 jalapenos, finely diced
- 1 green onion, chopped
Method
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together the cream cheese, sour cream, spices, half of the crackers, half of the cheddar cheese, ¾ of the bacon and ¾ of the jalapenos.
- Add the mixture to a large piece of plastic wrap and pull up the sides and cover tightly, shaping into a ball. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Combine the remaining cheese crackers, cheddar cheese, bacon, jalapenos and green onion in a shallow bowl, cover and chill.
- Once the cheese ball is chilled, unwrap it and roll it in the cracker/cheese mixture, covering it entirely.
- Serve with your favorite veggies and serve.
This article was originally published by Questnutrition.com. Read the original article here.