Bacon and Lox Cheeseball
Everything Bagel-Inspired Bacon & Lox Cheeseball
This Everything Bacon and Lox Cheeseball is a creamy, crowd-pleasing appetizer with smoked salmon, cheddar, fresh herbs, and crispy Jones Dairy Farm Dry Aged Bacon. Perfect for holidays, parties, or game day, it’s easy to assemble and pairs perfectly with everything-seasoned bagel chips or sliced cucumbers.
Ingredients
| Amount / Quantity | Ingredients |
|---|---|
| 8 oz. | cream cheese, room temperature |
| 6 oz. | smoked salmon (lox-style), finely chopped |
| 3/4 cup | extra sharp cheddar cheese, shredded |
| 1/2 cup | plain Greek yogurt |
| 3 tablespoons | green onions, thinly sliced |
| 2 1/2 tablespoons | fresh dill, finely chopped |
| 2 tablespoons | chives, finely chopped |
| 1 1/2 tablespoons | Worcestershire sauce |
| 2 teaspoons | lemon zest |
| 12 oz. | |
crispy everything bagel chips and sliced cucumbers, for serving |
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Directions
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Lay a large sheet of plastic wrap on the counter.
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In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, smoked salmon, Greek yogurt, cheddar, green onions, dill, chives, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon zest.
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Using your hands or an electric mixer, mix until fully incorporated.
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Shape the mixture into a round ball.
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Place the cheeseball onto the plastic wrap, wrap tightly, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
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Meanwhile, cook the bacon according to package instructions.
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Drain and cool the cooked bacon, then finely dice.
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Spread the diced bacon on a plate. Unwrap the chilled cheeseball and roll it in the bacon, pressing to coat the entire surface.
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Transfer the cheeseball to a serving platter and press in any remaining bacon to fill uncovered spots.
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Surround the cheeseball with everything-seasoned bagel chips and sliced cucumbers.
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Note: Recipe can be cut in half to serve 4–6.
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