Crunchy Cheese Ranch Pinchos

 Featuring a creamy cheese ball rolled in a finger-licking coating of bacon, nuts, and chives.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz full-fat cream cheese
• 1 Tbsp full-fat mayonnaise
• 2 Tbsp full-fat sour cream
• 1 cup shredded Colby jack or cheddar cheese
• 1 oz Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning mix
• 4 slices cooked bacon, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped
• 3 Tbsp minced chives

Directions:

1. In a bowl of a stand mixer, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, shredded cheese, and ranch seasoning.
2. Using the paddle attachment, mix until ingredients are fully incorporated. Use a rubber spatula to scrape the bowl edges occasionally.
3. Transfer the mixture to a small bowl and chill for 1 hour in the refrigerator.
4. In a second small bowl, combine the bacon, pecans, and chives.
5. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Once the cheese mixture is chilled, use a small scoop or two small spoons to portion out small cheese balls and place on the baking sheet.
6. Roll each ball in the toppings until evenly coated on all sides.
7. Place the balls on a plate or platter and refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving with toothpicks.