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!

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 2 15

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings 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.
Fold in the shredded cheese, green onions, and half the bacon bits.
Form the mixture into a football shape and wrap tightly with plastic wrap.
Place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours.
Coat the cheese ball in bacon bits until fully covered.
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.