Source: The Recipe Critic (therecipecritic.com), saved recipe images (Google Drive)

Ingredients

  • 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 3 jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped, divided
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 8 slices bacon, cooked and chopped, divided
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1 tsp seasoning salt
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 cup pecans, coarsely chopped

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, stir together the cream cheese, half the jalapeños, cheddar cheese, half the bacon, green onions, seasoning salt, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and cumin until fully incorporated.
  2. On a large plate, combine the remaining bacon, jalapeños, and pecans. Shape the cream cheese mixture into a ball and roll it in the plate mixture to coat well.
  3. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for an hour before serving.
  4. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.