This keto bacon ranch cheese ball is so delicious that people won’t guess it’s low-carb. It’s an indulgent snack that keeps you within your macros.
Keto Cheese Ball
Cheese balls make the perfect snack or party food. And they might look fancy and fun, but they are surprisingly easy to make.
This recipe will make about 10 servings, and there are only 2 grams net carbs in each serving! So grab your favorite veggies and dig in.
I’m a huge fan of cheese, and cheese balls are one of the best ways to indulge in those cravings while still maintaining ketosis.
Have you ever made a cheese ball before? If not, keep reading and I’ll share some of my best tips. If you have, then skip on down to the recipe card.
Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball
A lot of cheese balls have all the flavor on the outside, but I added the ranch seasoning to the cream cheese and sour cream mixture. This means that every single bite is bursting with dill and herbs flavors.
You have freedom to play around with the amounts of the ingredients. If you want the cheeseball to be softer, use more sour cream.
To make it more firm, use more cream cheese. And if you have fresh parsley, use it over the dried stuff. It has a much stronger aroma and flavor.
How To Eat A Cheese Ball
How you eat the cheese ball depends on how firm it is. If the cheese ball is soft enough, you can just take your dipper (a cucumber slice or red bell pepper wedge) and dig into it. You should be able to scoop a bit onto your cucumber or veggie.
But if the cheese ball is too firm, I suggest using a small butter or jelly spreader or knife.
Use this utensil to slice into the cheese ball and spread it on your veggie or cracker. You can also use this as a spread on toast!
Best Keto Appetizers
Serve this cheeseball at your next party with some of your favorite low-carb snacks or appetizers. Start out with some keto cottage cheese flatbread.
It’s easy for guests to grab and eat. Keto salami tacos are a salty and savory delight!
And don’t forget about your sweet tooth. Add a bowl of keto very berry cheesecake salad to the table. You can eat it with a spoon or use it as a dip.
How To Store a Cheese Ball
Since this cheese ball is made with cream cheese and sour cream, it needs to be refrigerated in between serving it.
Wrap the cheese ball in plastic wrap and then a layer of aluminum foil.
This will help it maintain its shape and keep the air off of it completely.
Store it in the refrigerator for up to four days. It’s best to eat it as fresh as you can.
Keto Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball Recipe
Here are the ingredients (and step by step pictures) to make this incredible keto bacon ranch cheese ball. The exact measurements and instructions are in the printable recipe card, just a little below.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Servings: 10
Net Carbs: 2 net carbs per serving
Ingredients
- Cream Cheese
- Sour Cream
- Ranch Seasoning
- Monterey Jack Cheese
- Cheddar Cheese
- Bacon
- Chopped Parsley
Directions
In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, monterey jack cheese and cheddar cheese.
Form the mixture into a large ball. Place the bacon and parsley mixed together on a plate.
Roll the cheeseball in the bacon mixture to coat the outside. Chill for at least two hours or until set before serving.
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Keto Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
- 1/3 cup Sour Cream
- 1 tbsp Ranch Seasoning
- 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese shredded
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1/2 cup Bacon Pieces
- 1/3 cup Chopped Parsley
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, monterey jack cheese and cheddar cheese.
- Form the mixture into a large ball.
- Place the bacon and parsley mixed together on a plate.
- Roll the cheeseball in the bacon mixture to coat the outside.
- Chill for at least two hours or until set before serving.
Notes
Keto Ranch Recipes
If you enjoyed this keto bacon ranch cheese ball, then I have a bunch of other recipes that use ranch seasoning. Make them all and enjoy this family-favorite seasoning together.
