Your guests are sure to be cheesin' real hard after their first bite of this delectable Easy, Creamy Vegan Cheese Ball. Creamy cashews, sun-dried tomatoes, and port wine make for a delicious, dairy-free impersonation of the retro classic. Best of all, it takes just 15 minutes to assemble.
Soak cashews (and sun-dried tomatoes if not soft) in hot water for about 10 minutes.
Add all ingredients except sliced almonds to food processor and process until smooth (about 5 minutes).
Take saran wrap and wrap cheese mixture into a ball.
Put ball into the refrigerator and refrigerate for about 20-30 minutes until hardened enough to keep its shape.
Unwrap ball and roll it in almonds.
Put ball into a sealed container and place back into the refrigerator for a few hours to fully harden.
Take the cheese out of the fridge about a half hour to an hour before serving so that the cheese is more spreadable. If you're in a rush, you can microwave the ball on low for about 20-30 seconds.
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Serving notes: Because coconut oil is solid below 76 degrees, it's best to take the cheese out of the fridge about a half-hour to an hour before serving so that the cheese is more spreadable. The cheese will last up to 7 days in the fridge. More of a visual person? Check out my video below on how easy it is to make!