Brandy & Date Cheese Ball Pops |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 24 |
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For a fun and different presentation for cheese balls, try my cheese pops. The brandy and dates add a sweetness, while the almonds and bacon add a complementary crunch.Ginger Kohutek, Weslaco, Texas Ingredients:
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese |
1/2 cup butter, softened |
1 package (3 ounces) cream cheese, softened |
1 tablespoon brandy |
1 cup finely chopped dates |
1 package (2-1/4 ounces) sliced almonds, chopped and toasted |
12 bacon strips, cooked and finely crumbled |
24 lollipop sticks |
assorted crackers |
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, beat the cheddar cheese, butter, cream cheese and brandy until well blended. Stir in dates. Shape into twenty-four 1-in. balls. Place almonds and bacon in separate shallow bowls. Roll half of the cheese balls in almonds; roll remaining balls in bacon. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.
2. Insert lollipop sticks into cheese balls. Serve with crackers. Yield: 2 dozen.
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