Randy's Easy Jalapeno Cheese Ball

A big jar of jalapeno peppers makes this easy cheese ball a hot and spicy party treat. Be sure to keep a bowl of punch nearby to put out the flames!

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 246 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1 (16 ounce) jar sliced jalapeno peppers, finely chopped
• 3 ½ cups grated Cheddar cheese
• 2 ¼ cups finely chopped walnuts, divided

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine cream cheese, jalapeno peppers, Cheddar cheese, and 1/4 cup walnuts in a bowl; mix well. Divide cheese mixture in half and shape into balls or logs.

Step 2

Roll balls in remaining 2 cups walnuts until well coated. Cover and refrigerate cheese balls until firm, 3 hours to overnight.