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Football Cheese Ball Recipe

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This fun and delicious Football Cheese Ball Recipe will be a huge hit at your next game day party! Find out how easy it is to create! 

football cheese ball

Football Cheese Ball Recipe

When it comes to hosting a game day party, the food lineup is just as important as the big game itself. From hearty dips to finger foods, the snacks you serve can make or break the vibe. If you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s both fun and delicious, this Football Cheese Ball Recipe is a guaranteed winner! Not only does it bring bold flavors to your party table, but its creative football shape also adds a festive touch that will wow your guests.

Cheese balls have long been a favorite at parties, and it’s easy to see why. They’re creamy, flavorful, and versatile, making them perfect for pairing with crackers, veggies, or pretzels. But this recipe takes the classic cheese ball up a notch by shaping it like a football—ideal for any football-themed celebration, especially for game day or a Super Bowl party. It’s a dish that will leave everyone talking, both about its presentation and its taste!

Super Bowl Cheese ball Recipe

The best part? It’s incredibly simple to make, even if you’re not a kitchen pro. You’ll combine a few basic ingredients like cream cheese, shredded cheese, and seasonings, then shape the mixture into an adorable football form. Finish it off with a coating of crunchy goodness—like chopped nuts or in this case crumbled bacon—and add decorative “laces” to complete the look. It’s a recipe that’s as fun to make as it is to eat.

This Football Cheese Ball is perfect for feeding a hungry crowd, whether you’re hosting die-hard football fans or casual snack enthusiasts. It’s rich, creamy, and packed with flavor, making it the ultimate game day treat. Plus, it pairs wonderfully with a variety of dippables, ensuring there’s something for everyone.

So, if you’re searching for the ultimate game day appetizer that’s easy, tasty, and guaranteed to score big with your guests, this Football Cheese Ball Recipe is the way to go. Get ready to wow your friends and family with this delicious centerpiece—and don’t be surprised if it disappears before halftime! 

    football cheese ball

 

Makes 10 servings

Prep time: 15 minutes

Chill time: 2 hours

Ingredients for a Superbowl cheese ball 

16 ounces cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup sour cream, divided

1 packet ranch seasoning

1 cup shredded cheese

3 green onions, finely chopped

6 strips bacon, finely chopped or 2/3 cup real bacon bits

How to make a Super Bowl Football Cheese Ball

Stir together the cream cheese, ¼ cup sour cream, and ranch seasoning until well combined.

Fold in the shredded cheese, green onions, and half the bacon bits.

football cheese ball

Form the mixture into a football shape and wrap tightly with plastic wrap.

football cheese ball

Place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours.

Coat the cheese ball in bacon bits until fully covered.

football cheese ball

Transfer the remaining cream cheese to a piping bag. Cut the tip off the bag and pipe the laces on top of the football before serving.

football cheese ball

football cheese ball

Football Cheese Ball recipe

Score big at your next game day party with this delicious and fun Football Cheese Ball recipe! Easy to make, packed with flavor, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
Prep Time 15 minutes
2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 16 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream divided
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 3 green onions finely chopped
  • 6 strips bacon finely chopped or 2/3 cup real bacon bits

Instructions
 

  • Stir together the cream cheese, ¼ cup sour cream, and ranch seasoning until well combined.
    football cheese ball
  • Fold in the shredded cheese, green onions, and half the bacon bits.
    football cheese ball
  • Form the mixture into a football shape and wrap tightly with plastic wrap.
    football cheese ball
  • Place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours.
  • Coat the cheese ball in bacon bits until fully covered.
    football cheese ball
  • Transfer the remaining cream cheese to a piping bag. Cut the tip off the bag and pipe the laces on top of the football before serving.
    football cheese ball

Notes

Nutrition will vary due to the products used. 

Nutrition

Serving: 10servings
Keyword football cheese ball, game day appetizer, game day cheese ball
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