Spinach Artichoke Cheese Ball
Cheese balls are always a real crowd pleaser wether you are serving them at a holiday gathering or for game day. Today I’m sharing an easy recipe for Spinach Artichoke Cheese Ball that was inspired by my favorite dip.
Servings: 8
Calories: 337kcal
Ingredients
- 8 oz. cream cheese softened
- 5 pieces bacon cooked crisp and crumbled
- 1 package 0.4 oz ranch seasoning dip mix
- 2 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 cup artichoke hearts drain and chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach defrosted and wrung dry
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper minced
- 1 cup parmesan cheese shredded
- 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
Topping:
- 5 pieces bacon cooked crisp and crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley minced
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon red bell pepper minced
Instructions
- In a bowl combine cream cheese, bacon, ranch seasoning dip mix, mayonnaise, artichoke hearts, spinach, parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and red bell pepper.
- Place the mixture on a large piece of wax paper and then shape into a ball. Wrap well in wax paper and refrigerate for three hours or overnight
- To make topping combine the bacon, parsley, red bell peppers and parmesan cheese in a small bowl then gently press into the outside of the cheese ball. Serve immediately or wrap well and then keep in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Serving suggestions: serve with tortilla chips, crackers or bread
Nutrition
Calories: 337kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 639mg | Potassium: 139mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1195IU | Vitamin C: 14.5mg | Calcium: 233mg | Iron: 0.7mg