Mini Ranch Cheeseballs

Recipe by Daily Disher

Mini Ranch Cheeseballs combine tangy cream cheese with zesty ranch seasoning, sharp cheddar, and crispy bacon bits, all rolled into perfect bite-sized portions with pretzel stick handles.

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: Easy

Servings

Prep time

30 minutes

Cooking time

40 minutes

Calories

300 kcal

1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese

1 packet ranch dressing mix

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

¼ cup chopped bacon bits

¼ cup chopped fresh chives

20 pretzel sticks

Directions

In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, ranch dressing mix, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined and smooth.

Chill the cheese mixture in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to make it easier to handle and shape.

Using a small scoop or spoon, portion out the cheese mixture into small, bite-sized balls.

Roll each cheese ball gently in your hands to form a smooth ball shape and ensure they are evenly sized.

Spread the chopped bacon bits and chives on a plate, then gently roll each cheese ball in the mixture until fully coated.

Stick a pretzel stick into each cheeseball as a handle for easy serving.

Refrigerate the completed cheeseballs until ready to serve to keep them firm and flavorful.

Nutrition Facts

Total number of serves:

4 servings

Calories:

300kcal

Cholesterol:

0mg

Sodium:

620mg

Potassium:

400mg

Sugar:

Protein:

Calcium:

60mg

Iron:

2mg

These Mini Ranch Cheeseballs bring the perfect blend of creamy and crunchy to your Monday Munchies lineup. With their tangy ranch flavor, sharp cheddar bite, and bacon-studded coating, they’re ideal for game day gatherings, office parties, or whenever you need a crowd-pleasing appetizer that disappears fast. The pretzel stick handles make them easy to grab and go—perfect for mingling.

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