Cheese and Bacon Ball Bites are a savoury, bite-sized treats that are perfect for parties, gatherings, or simply as a delicious snack. Combining the rich, creamy goodness of cheese with the smoky, salty flavour of bacon, these delectable morsels are sure to satisfy your cravings. In this article, we will guide you through the process of creating these irresistible morsels, providing you with tips on ingredients, preparation, serving suggestions, and more. Get ready to impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds with this easy-to-follow recipe!

Ingredients

8 slices bacon

1 1/2 (8-oz.) blocks cream cheese, softened

1 cup. grated cheddar

1 tsp. garlic powder

1 tsp. paprika

1/3 cup. roasted salted pecans, finely chopped

1/3 cup. fresh chives, chopped

18 pretzels sticks/ Mini breadsticks or Twiglets will suffice. Or even just lolly pop sticks.

Rock salt

Freshly ground black pepper

Method

Step 1: Add cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, and paprika into a large bowl, season with salt and pepper. Using an ice cream scoop or spoon, form the mixture into 18 small balls (about 1”) and transfer to a greaseproof-covered baking tray. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.

Step 2: Meanwhile, in a large frying pan, over medium heat, cook bacon, turning occasionally, until crispy, for about 8 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate, then transfer to a cutting board and finely chop.

Step 3: In a shallow bowl, mix bacon, pecans, and chives.

Step 4: Roll balls in bacon pecan mixture, insert a pretzel stick into each ball, and let come to room temperature 15 minutes before serving. (If not serving right away, loosely cover with cling film and return to fridge.)

This recipe works really well with our smoked rindless back bacon. That you can find here