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Christmas Taco Cheese Ball Wreath

Christmas Taco Cheese Ball Wreath: A Festive Flavor Explosion

A delightful Christmas Taco Cheese Ball Wreath that is a crowd-pleasing appetizer filled with creamy cheese and zesty taco spices, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Ball
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Softened for easy mixing
  • 8 oz Monterey Jack Cheese Shredded; swap for cheddar if preferred
  • 1/2 packet Taco Seasoning Adjust based on heat preference
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro Or substitute parsley
  • 4 Green Onions Thinly sliced; chives can substitute
  • 4 oz Diced Green Chile Peppers Canned, drained; fresh can be used
  • 1 Roma Tomato Finely diced; bell peppers can substitute
  • 2 tbsp White Onion Finely chopped; shallots can substitute
  • 1 Jalapeño Pepper Seeded and chopped; omit for mild flavor
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese Shredded; can switch to pepper jack
  • 1 Roma Tomato Diced for garnish
  • 2 Green Onions Sliced

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer
  • plastic wrap
  • Platter
  • Small Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Soften the cream cheese by placing it in a warm area for about 30 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and half a packet of taco seasoning until smooth.
  3. Gently fold in the green onions, diced jalapeño, drained chile peppers, half of the cilantro, and chopped white onion.
  4. Shape the mixture into a ball using plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2-3 hours or overnight.
  5. Remove from fridge, flatten slightly, and shape into a wreath on a platter.
  6. Mix topping ingredients in a bowl and press onto the cheese wreath.
  7. Garnish with extra cilantro and diced tomatoes, then chill for another 30 minutes before serving.
  8. Serve with tortilla chips, veggies, or crackers and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 240mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for making a day in advance. Store wrapped in plastic to keep fresh.

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