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Jalapeño Popper Football Cheese Ball served with crackers and vegetables

Jalapeño Popper Football Cheese Ball

A creamy, cheesy appetizer shaped like a football, perfect for game day or gatherings, combining jalapeños for a flavorful kick.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheese Mixture
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Let it sit at room temperature before mixing.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Can substitute with pepper jack for extra spice.
  • 1/2 cup diced jalapeños (fresh or pickled) Adjust amount based on spice preference.
  • 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
Coating
  • 1 cup crushed crackers For coating.
Serving
  • as needed Crackers or veggies For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into a football shape.
  3. Roll the cheese ball in crushed crackers until evenly coated.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
  5. Serve with crackers or veggies.

Notes

For best results, keep ingredients at room temperature before mixing. Can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.