Touchdown Cheese Ball Recipe

This football-shaped cheese ball is a crowd-pleaser at any football party. Made with cream cheese, cheddar cheese, green onions, and bacon, this appetizer is not only delicious but also easy to make. Serve it with your favorite crackers or vegetables for a winning game day snack.

Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• Pretzel sticks or crackers for serving

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, green onions, bacon, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper until well combined.
2. Shape the mixture into a football shape on a piece of plastic wrap, then wrap it tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
3. Just before serving, roll the cheese ball in the chopped pecans to coat the outside.
4. Arrange the pretzel sticks or crackers around the cheese ball to resemble football laces.
5. Serve with additional crackers or vegetables on the side.
6. Enjoy your touchdown cheese ball!

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