This Taco Cheese Ball is the kind of appetizer that steals the show every time. It’s creamy, savory, and packed with bold taco flavor, with just the right kick from jalapeno and green onion. Easy to prep the night before, it’s perfect for holidays, parties, and game day snacking.

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Once it chills and firms up, you roll it in crushed Doritos for the ultimate crunchy, flavorful coating. Serve it with tortilla chips, crackers, or veggies and watch guests flock to it. This is one of those appetizers that feels fun, nostalgic, and downright irresistible.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Ingredients for taco cheese ball in small bowls on counter in preparation for the recipe.

16 ounces cream cheese, softened

1 packet of taco seasoning

2 Tablespoon diced jalapeno

1/4 cup green onion, sliced

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 cup doritos, crushed

Step By Step Instructions

Ingredients to cheese ball filling in glass bowl.

Mixed filling for cheese ball in small bowl.

STEP ONE – In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, taco seasoning, jalapeno, green onion, garlic powder, and cheddar cheese until well combined.

Cheese ball mixture is shaped into a ball.

Cheese ball is wrapped in plastic ready to be refrigerated.

STEP TWO – Form this mixture into a ball (hands work best).

STEP THREE – Wrap the cheese ball in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for 8 hours, or over night.

STEP FOUR – Before serving, roll the cheese ball in the crushed doritos.

Cheese bal is rolled in crushed Doritos and placed on plate.

STEP FIVE – Serve with tortilla chips or crackers.