Nacho Cheese Ball

5 from 3 votes

Cheesy with a hint of Mexican flavors, Nacho Cheese Ball is loved by everyone. The crunchy nacho chip coating makes it a standout appetizer.

Prep Time10

Total Time2 10

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cheese ball, doritos, Fall foods, nacho dip, quick appetizer

Servings:

Calories: 320kcal

8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
1 ½ cups Taco Cheese or Sharp Cheddar Cheese shredded, reserve ½ cup for rolling cheese ball
½ teaspoon Cumin
1 ½ teaspoon Chili Powder
½ teaspoon Garlic Salt
1 Green Onion chopped
2 Tablespoons Jalapenos diced (optional)
¾ cup Doritos crushed
Dippers--veggies Frito Scoops, tortilla chips, etc.

In a medium bowl, combine soft cream cheese, 1 cup shredded cheese, cumin, chili powder, garlic salt, ¾ of the green onions, and jalapenos. Stir until well combined.
Then form the cream cheese mixture into a ball shape. Place two long strips of plastic wrap in a cross pattern on your countertop. Put the cheese ball in the center of the plastic wrap. Use the sides of the plastic wrap to form a round ball. Wrap and refrigerate for 2 or more hours. Overnight works nicely.
Shape the cheese ball a bit more by rolling it on a flat surface while it's still cold and wrapped in plastic.
On a medium plate, spread the reserved shredded cheese, reserved green onions, and crushed Doritos. Roll the cheese ball into the Dorito mixture to cover with an even layer on the outside.
Place the cheese ball on a serving platter and surround it with plenty of different dippers.