Irresistible Vegan Cheese Ball with Cashew Parmesan
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Meet your new go-to party appetizer: a creamy, dreamy Vegan Cheese Ball that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Made with soaked Uprise Foods cashew pieces, zesty lemon, rich miso, and our signature NOOCH IT! Cashew Parmesan, this dairy-free delight is bursting with umami flavor and silky smooth texture. Rolled in crunchy pecans, fresh herbs, and even more NOOCH IT!, this cheese ball delivers bold flavor in every bite.
Perfect with your favorite crackers or veggie sticks, it's a crowd-pleasing vegan snack that even non-vegans will love. Whether you're hosting a holiday gathering, picnic, or casual wine night, this make-ahead vegan cheese ball is the ultimate plant-based centerpiece.
Perfect for: vegan party appetizers, dairy-free holiday snacks, and elegant plant-based entertaining.
Ingredients
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1 1/2 cup cashews soaked 6 hours (overnight soaking is fine)
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1/4 cup NOOCH IT! Cashew Parmesan
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2 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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2 tbsp vegan butter (use stick because it's firmer)
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1/2 tbsp miso paste
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1/4 tsp salt or to taste
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Black pepper to taste
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2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
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1/2 tsp dried oregano
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1/2 cup finely chopped pecans (or other nut of your choice)
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2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
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1 tbsp NOOCH IT! Cashew Parm
Cheese Ball Coating
Directions
Drain the cashews after soaking.
In a food processor, add the soaked cashews, lemon juice, coconut oil, NOOCH IT!, miso paste, salt and pepper.
Blend until smooth and creamy. Scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Pour this mixture into a clean bowl and stir in the fresh parsley or cilantro and dried oregano.
Line a small bowl with plastic wrap and place the cheese mixture inside and grab the plastic wrap and twist to make a ball shape.
Place the cheese ball into the fridge for 3-4 hours or until firm.
Mix the pecans, parsley/cilantro and NOOCH IT! in a shallow bowl.
Take the cheese ball out of the plastic wrap and then press/coat in the pecan mixture and sprinkle with extra NOOCH IT!
Serve with your favorite crackers. (Refrigerate cheese ball to enjoy later)
