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Christmas Taco Cheese Ball Wreath

This festive Christmas Taco Cheese Ball Wreath combines creamy cheeses, bold taco spices, and fresh herbs into a colorful, edible centerpiece. Perfect for holiday gatherings, it’s easy to make, visually stunning, and bursting with flavor.
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Author: Sandra Myers

Ingredients

For the cheese base:

  • 1 16 oz package cream cheese, softened
  • 8 oz Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • ½ packet taco seasoning

For the mix-ins:

  • ½ bunch fresh cilantro stems removed
  • 2 green onions roughly chopped
  • 2 oz diced green chile peppers

For garnish:

  • Remaining ½ bunch fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 1 medium Roma tomato cored and diced
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped white onion
  • 1 medium jalapeno pepper seeded and finely chopped

Instructions

  • Line a 16-ounce bowl with plastic wrap, leaving extra hanging over the edges. In a food processor, blend cream cheese, shredded Monterey Jack, and taco seasoning until smooth.
  • Add half the cilantro, green onions, and green chiles, pulsing a few times to incorporate while leaving flecks of green.
  • Transfer the mixture into the lined bowl, press gently to form a round shape, cover, and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Once chilled, invert onto a serving platter, remove the plastic wrap, and use a shot glass or small spoon to create a hole in the center for the wreath shape.
  • Finely chop the remaining cilantro and sprinkle on top. Combine diced tomato, onion, and jalapeno, and arrange around the wreath for a colorful, festive garnish. Serve with crackers, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetables.