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Taco Cheese Ball

Taco Cheese Ball

This Taco Cheese Ball is a creamy, zesty appetizer that delights at gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Snacks & Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Base
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheese mix varieties for extra flavor
For the Flavor
  • 2 tablespoon taco seasoning customize for spice preference
  • 0.25 cup green onions chopped
  • 0.25 cup black olives optional, chopped
For the Coating
  • 0.5 cup tortilla chips crushed

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • refrigerator
  • Serving Platter

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Mix the cream cheese and shredded cheese in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
  2. Stir in the taco seasoning, green onions, and black olives.
  3. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  4. Shape the chilled mixture into a ball using your hands.
  5. Roll the cheese ball in crushed tortilla chips and a little extra shredded cheese.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure cream cheese is at room temperature and avoid overmixing after adding taco seasoning.

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