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BLT Cheese Truffles
These two bite treats are perfect when you are craving the taste of bacon and cheese together, the perfect appetizer for bacon lovers!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Servings 8
Ingredients
- 2 8 oz package of cream cheese, softened
- 1 8 oz package of shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 tsp course black pepper
- 2 tsp BBQ Seasoning or Rub
- 1/2 cup julienne sun dried tomatoes, drained and minced
- 3 tbsp chopped chives
- 3 tbsp chopped parsley
- 2 1/2 cup cooked bacon, finely chopped
Instructions
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Beat the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, cayenne, black pepper, BBQ seasoning and sun dried tomatoes in a mixer or food processor until well blended
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Refrigerate for two hours or until well chilled and the mixture is somewhat stiff
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Shape mixture into 24, (1 inch balls), I used a mini ice cream scoop
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Lay a piece of parchment or plastic wrap onto a sheet pan and sprinkle the chopped chives, parsley and bacon evenly all over the top
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Roll the cheese balls around until each one is coated well
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Serve immediately alone or with crackers & toasts or cover and put them back in the refrigerator until ready to serve
Recipe Notes
After you remove the finished truffles from the refrigerator, let them sit for 15 to 20 minutes to soften a bit, the flavors really come through much better when they are not ice cold.