Green Chili Cheese Ball Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 10 minutes
🥣 Recipe Yield: 1 cheese ball
Description:
Indulge in the zesty flavors of the Southwest with this delightful Green Chili Cheese Ball recipe. Creamy cream cheese, tangy Colby cheese, and spicy green chilies come together to create a flavorful spread that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a party, attending a potluck, or simply craving a tasty snack, this cheese ball is sure to impress!
Ingredients:
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded Colby cheese
- 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies, drained
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
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Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese, shredded Colby cheese, diced green chilies, finely chopped onion, and salt.
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Blend Well: Using a spatula or mixer, blend all the ingredients together until well combined and smooth.
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Shape into a Ball: Place the cheese mixture onto a large piece of wax paper or plastic wrap. Use your hands to shape it into a ball, ensuring it’s evenly formed.
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Chill: Wrap the cheese ball securely in the wax paper or plastic wrap, then place it in the refrigerator to chill for several hours or until firm. Chilling allows the flavors to meld together and the cheese ball to set properly.
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Serve: Once chilled, remove the cheese ball from the refrigerator and unwrap it. Place it on a serving platter and surround it with your favorite crackers or sliced vegetables. Serve and enjoy the creamy, spicy goodness!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 54.2
- Fat Content: 4.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3g
- Cholesterol Content: 14.9mg
- Sodium Content: 62mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 1g
- Fiber Content: 0.1g
- Sugar Content: 0.4g
- Protein Content: 1.9g
Recipe Notes:
- For an extra kick of heat, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce to the cheese mixture.
- Customize the cheese ball by rolling it in chopped nuts, crispy bacon bits, or chopped fresh herbs before chilling.
- This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd. Simply adjust the ingredient quantities accordingly.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Just be sure to let it come to room temperature before serving again for the best texture and flavor.
