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Taco Cheese Ball

A creamy, zesty cheese ball packed with taco seasoning, cheddar cheese, and fresh herbs, perfect for parties.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheese Ball
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 0.25 cup green onions chopped
  • 0.25 cup black olives chopped
  • 2 tbsp cilantro chopped
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
Coating
  • 1 cup tortilla chips crushed

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

  1. Mix cream cheese and cheddar until smooth.
  2. Stir in taco seasoning, green onions, olives, cilantro, and lime juice.
  3. Shape mixture into a ball.
  4. Roll cheese ball in crushed tortilla chips.
  5. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Adjust spice level by choosing mild or hot taco seasoning.