Festive Christmas Taco Cheese Ball Wreath Recipe
A stunning holiday appetizer shaped like a festive wreath, combining zesty taco flavors, creamy cheese, and colorful garnishes. Perfect for Christmas gatherings!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour (chilling time)
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Fresh parsley and cilantro (for the wreath base)
- Diced tomatoes (or cherry tomatoes, halved)
- Diced avocado (optional, for extra creaminess)
- Red bell pepper, diced
- Thinly sliced jalapeños
- Tortilla chips (for dipping)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, taco seasoning, chopped cilantro, green onions, and lime juice. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Lay out a large piece of plastic wrap on your counter. Scoop the cheese mixture onto the wrap and shape it into a rough ball. Wrap the plastic around the cheese ball and use your hands to mold it into a ring shape.
- Place the wrapped cheese ring onto a plate and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Once chilled, unwrap the cheese ring and place it on your serving platter. Use your hands or a spatula to smooth out any rough edges.
- Decorate your wreath with fresh parsley and cilantro to create a lush, green base. Arrange diced tomatoes, avocado, red bell pepper, and jalapeño slices on top for pops of color.
- If desired, use a piping bag to add decorative swirls of sour cream around the wreath.
- Serve with tortilla chips arranged around the platter for dipping. Enjoy!
Notes
[‘Refrigerate the cheese ball for at least an hour before decorating to maintain the wreath shape.’, ‘Use fresh herbs for the best flavor and presentation.’, ‘Adjust taco seasoning to your preferred spice level.’, ‘Prep ahead by making the cheese ball a day in advance and decorating before serving.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the wreath
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
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