Green Chili Spicy Cheeseball
Spice up your next gathering with this bold and flavorful Green Chili Spicy Cheeseball! Packed with creamy goodness from cream cheese and sharp cheddar, this irresistible appetizer is elevated with the zesty heat of green chilies and fresh jalapeño, balanced beautifully by aromatic spices like garlic, onion, and cumin. A touch of fresh cilantro adds a bright, herby finish, while a crunchy coating of crushed tortilla chips (or chopped nuts) brings the perfect textural contrast. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this crowd-pleasing cheeseball is ideal for parties, game days, or holiday celebrations. Serve alongside crackers, fresh veggies, or extra tortilla chips for a festive and satisfying snack everyone will adore.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Cream cheese
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 oz Green chilies, finely chopped
- 1 Jalapeño, finely diced
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 0.5 tsp Ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 cup Crushed tortilla chips (or chopped nuts, for coating)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and shredded sharp cheddar cheese. Mix thoroughly until well combined and smooth. You can use a spoon or an electric mixer on low speed.
Add the chopped green chilies and diced jalapeño to the cheese mixture. Stir until evenly distributed.
Sprinkle in garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the spices are thoroughly blended into the cheese mixture.
Stir in the fresh cilantro for a burst of freshness. Mix until evenly incorporated.
Shape the mixture into a large ball using your hands or a spatula. If the mixture feels too sticky, refrigerate for 5–10 minutes to firm up slightly.
Spread the crushed tortilla chips (or chopped nuts) on a flat plate. Roll the cheeseball in the coating, pressing gently to ensure it sticks evenly around the ball.
Wrap the cheeseball tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the cheese to firm up.
Before serving, remove the cheeseball from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes for easier spreading. Serve with crackers, fresh veggies, or additional tortilla chips.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3124 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 257.2 g | 330% | |
| Saturated Fat | 143.8 g | 719% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 698 mg | 233% | |
| Sodium | 4538 mg | 197% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.2 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.8 g | ||
| Protein | 96.1 g | 192% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 2184 mg | 168% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1700 mg | 36% | |
*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.
