Description
Turn your holiday appetizer game up a notch with this Christmas Taco Cheese Ball Wreath. Creamy, zesty, and irresistibly festive, it’s packed with bold taco seasoning, cheddar cheese, and colorful fresh veggies — all shaped into a holiday wreath. Whether you’re looking for easy Christmas food ideas, party appetizers, or just a fun and flavorful snack for gatherings, this dish fits perfectly. It’s a quick prep, no-bake, easy recipe ideal for busy hosts needing holiday-ready food that still wows the crowd. Serve with tortilla chips for the ultimate crunchy and creamy combo.
Ingredients
16 oz cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 packet taco seasoning (about 2 tablespoons)
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 cup crushed nacho cheese chips (optional)
Chopped tomatoes, cilantro, and green onions for garnish
Extra paprika or chili powder for dusting
Tortilla chips or crackers, for serving
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Mix until smooth and creamy.
2. Add the taco seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3. Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and optional crushed nacho cheese chips.
4. Stir in the diced red bell pepper, green onions, and chopped cilantro.
5. Line a bundt pan or ring mold with plastic wrap and spoon in the mixture, pressing firmly.
6. Cover with the overhanging plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for 1–2 hours or overnight.
7. Unmold onto a serving plate and remove the plastic wrap.
8. Dust lightly with paprika or chili powder. Garnish with chopped tomatoes, cilantro, and green onions.
9. Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced vegetables.
Notes
Make sure to chill the cheese ball long enough — at least 2 hours — so it holds its wreath shape.
Taste the mixture before chilling to adjust seasoning if needed.
Use full-fat cream cheese for the best texture and richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg