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Buffalo Chicken Cashew Cheese Ball

This “chicken cheese ball” will be the star of the show at your next family gathering, picnic, or potluck spread. It’s beautiful and absolutely delicious… and it’s made with nutritious cashews.

Buffalo chicken cashew cheese ball rolled in parsley with carrots, celery, olives and crackers

Directions

  1. Step 1: Add cashews and vegetable broth to a blender.

  2. Step 2: Blend until smooth, no lumps.

  3. Step 3: Next, add buffalo sauce, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, salt and pepper.

  4. Step 4: Hit blend again. You’re looking for a smooth, thick consistency. Set aside.

  5. Step 5: In a pan, cook chicken strips to golden. When cool enough to handle, cut into bite-sized pieces and gently stir into cashew cheese mixture.

  6. Step 6: Get a medium sized bowl and line it with parchment paper.

  7. Step 7: Transfer cashew cheese chicken mixture to the parchment lined bowl.

  8. Step 8: If you’re preparing this for same day use, cover and put in the freezer for approximately 1-2 hours. Set a timer to prevent over freezing. If you don’t need it today, cover and refrigerate overnight.

  9. Step 9: Prior to presentation, roll firm cheese ball in fresh, chopped parsley. Show your masterpiece on a charcuterie board and pair with your favorite crackers and vegetables.

  10. Step 10: Enjoy!

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