Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the shredded cheddar cheese, cooked and crumbled bacon, all-purpose flour, softened unsalted butter, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined.
- Take a spoonful of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Place the ball onto the lined baking sheet.
- Repeat step 3 with the remaining mixture. Make sure to leave some space between each ball.
- Insert a toothpick into the center of each ball.
- Bake the cheesy bacon bites in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cheesy bacon bites cool for a few minutes.
- Serve the cheesy bacon bites warm and enjoy!
You can also experiment with different cheeses and spices to customize this recipe to your liking.