Holiday Nut Encrusted Cheese Ball

Happy holidays! The holiday party season is upon us and many of us will be throwing or attending parties and bringing along treats. This cheese ball recipe, inspired by one from Carol Kreutzer, is an easy delicious throwback to traditional cheeseballs. Your guests are guaranteed to love it!

Makes one large ball or two medium size balls.

Ingredients

4 ounces plant-based pepper jack cheese, like Daiya
4 ounces plant-based cheddar cheese, like Daiya
4 ounces plant-based cream cheese, like Miyoko’s
2 tablespoons plant-based mayonnaise, like Just Mayo
1 teaspoon soy sauce or tamari
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh onion
1 tablespoon grated horseradish
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 cup chopped walnuts and/or sunflower seeds

Chop all the cheese in blender or food processor until crumbly. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except the walnuts and seeds. Mix well with a wooden spoon or clean hands. Form into one large or two small balls. Roll in chopped walnuts and/or seeds.  Refrigerate for up to 10 days. Serve with bread or crackers.