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Christmas Taco Cheese Ball Wreath

Delightful Christmas Taco Cheese Ball Wreath for Festive Fun

Create a stunning Christmas Taco Cheese Ball Wreath, combining zesty taco flavors with creamy cheese for a perfect holiday appetizer.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 10 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 198
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Base
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Soften before mixing.
  • 8 oz Monterey Jack Cheese Shredded, can substitute with sharp cheddar.
  • 1/2 packet Taco Seasoning Homemade seasoning can be used.
For the Fresh Mix-Ins
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro Chopped; or use parsley if preferred.
  • 4 Green Onions Sliced; can substitute with red onions.
  • 4 oz Diced Green Chile Peppers Drained; use jalapeños for more spice.
  • 1 Roma Tomato Diced; can use cherry tomatoes as an alternative.
  • 2 tbsp White Onion Finely chopped; yellow onion also works.
  • 1 Jalapeño Pepper Seeded and chopped; can omit for milder taste.
For the Topping
  • 1 oz Monterey Jack Cheese Additional, shredded.
  • Diced Tomato Evenly distributed for appearance.
  • Remaining Green Onions For garnishing.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • plastic wrap
  • Spatula
  • hand mixer
  • Serving Platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soften Cream Cheese by letting it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  2. Mix Cheese and Seasoning by combining softened cream cheese with taco seasoning using a mixer or spatula.
  3. Fold in Fresh Ingredients by gently mixing in the chopped onions, jalapeños, green chiles, cilantro, and green onions.
  4. Shape and Chill the Cheese Ball by wrapping the mixture in plastic wrap and refrigerating for at least 2-3 hours.
  5. Form the Wreath Shape by shaping the chilled cheese ball into a wreath on a platter.
  6. Prepare the Topping Mixture by mixing additional cheese, diced tomato, and remaining green onions.
  7. Adhere the Topping by pressing the topping mixture firmly onto the wreath-shaped cheese ball.
  8. Add Final Decorations by sprinkling cilantro and diced tomatoes on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 198kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 6gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This joyful recipe is perfect for gatherings, allowing creative variations and easy prep time.

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