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Taco Cheese Ball

A festive and flavorful taco cheese ball perfect for parties and gatherings. Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 16
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 2 oz salsa
  • 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.5 cup finely chopped black olives
  • 0.5 cup finely chopped green onions
  • 1.5 cup crushed tortilla chips for coating

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, taco seasoning, and salsa. Mix until well combined.
  • Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped black olives, and chopped green onions. Mix until evenly distributed.
  • On a plate or shallow dish, spread the crushed tortilla chips. Shape the cream cheese mixture into a ball and roll it in the crushed tortilla chips until fully coated.
  • Cover the cheese ball and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow it to firm up.
  • Serve with your favorite tortilla chips or crackers.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cream cheese mixture. Garnish with a few extra green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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