Fiesta Cheese Ball
Spice up your next party with this bold and creamy Fiesta Cheese Ball! Packed with flavor, this no-cook appetizer features a luscious blend of cream cheese and sharp cheddar, accented by bursts of heat from diced jalapeños (seeded for your preferred spice level) and freshness from red bell peppers and cilantro. A hint of taco seasoning ties everything together, while a crunchy coating of crushed tortilla chips adds irresistible texture. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and perfect for feeding a crowd, this festive cheese ball is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Serve it with crackers, fresh veggies, or more tortilla chips for a snack that’s sure to steal the show at any gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 diced jalapeños (seeded for less heat)
- 0.5 cup diced red bell pepper
- 3 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- 2 sliced green onions (white and light green parts)
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix thoroughly until fully combined and smooth.
Add the diced jalapeños, diced red bell pepper, chopped cilantro, taco seasoning, and sliced green onions to the cheese mixture. Stir until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Lay a large piece of plastic wrap on the counter. Scoop the cheese mixture into the center of the plastic wrap, then gather the edges to form the mixture into a ball shape. Twist the plastic wrap securely and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
Once the cheese ball is firm, remove it from the refrigerator and unwrap the plastic. Roll the cheese ball in the crushed tortilla chips, pressing gently to ensure they adhere to the surface.
Transfer the cheese ball to a serving plate. Serve immediately with crackers, veggies, or additional tortilla chips, or store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
284 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.6 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 74 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 352 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.7 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 221 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 102 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
