Cheese Ball Bites
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Cooking:
15 min.
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Servings per container:
1
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Ingredients for - Cheese Ball Bites

1. 1 1/2 (8-oz.) blocks cream cheese, softened -
2. 1 c. shredded cheddar -
3. 1 tsp. garlic powder -
4. 1 tsp. paprika -
5. Kosher salt -
6. Freshly ground black pepper -
7. 8 slices bacon -
8. 1/3 c. roasted salted pecans, finely chopped -
9. 1/3 c. fresh chives, chopped -
10. 18 pretzels sticks -

How to cook deliciously - Cheese Ball Bites

1. Stage

In a large bowl, stir cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, and paprika; season with salt and pepper. Using a cookie scoop, form mixture into 18 small balls (about 1”) and transfer to a parchment–lined baking sheet. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.

2. Stage

Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook bacon, turning occasionally, until crispy, about 8 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate, then transfer to a cutting board and finely chop. 

3. Stage

In a shallow bowl, mix bacon, pecans, and chives.

4. Stage

Roll balls in bacon pecan mixture, insert a pretzel stick into each, and let come to room temperature 15 minutes before serving. (If not serving right away, loosely cover with plastic wrap and return to fridge.)