This Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Vegan Cheese Ball has only five ingredients and literally takes a few minutes to make.
I love recipes that are easy and take little effort. This Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Vegan Cheese Ball is just that kind of recipe. It has only five ingredients, and it literally only takes a few minutes to throw together.
The crackers in the photo are my Pizza Crackers, which have all the flavors of a pizza in a cracker form.
Now that the holidays are upon us, this is the perfect time to make this vegan cheese ball. I served this to some non-vegans who loved it. They didn't ask what was in it, they only commented on how much they loved it!
I have said this before, and I will say it again. Yes, it is really important which brand of vegan cream cheese you use. I have had at least one brand that is a bit too creamy and kind of on the side of liquidy. Yuck, right!
Those are NOT the ones you want to use for a vegan cream cheese ball. You need to be able to mold the mixture into a ball. With a creamy, liquidy vegan cream cheese, that is just not possible.
I have been vegan for 23 years, and of all the vegan cheeses, I think I have tried more vegan cream cheeses than any other type of vegan cheese. My favorite is Tofutti.
As far as vegan cheddar, I have only tried a couple, but so far I love Follow Your Heart. I am the kind of person that when I find one that I love, I stick with it.
Another recipe to try is my Creamy Tomato Soup with Balsamic Vinegar.
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❤️ Why You'll Love It
- It is creamy and flavorful.
- It's perfect for a party or get-together.
- Sun-dried tomatoes and basil are the perfect combo.
🧾 Ingredients
- Vegan cream cheese: I like Tofutti brand vegan cream cheese because it is dense and creamy. If you use a different brand, make sure it is not too liquidy. You want a vegan cream cheese that can be molded into a ball.
- Vegan cheddar: I like both Follow Your Heart and Daiya vegan cheddar.
- Sun-dried tomatoes: I used sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil.
- Fresh basil: I used fresh basil; I don't think dried basil will taste as good as fresh for this recipe.
- Sliced almonds: For rolling the vegan cheeseball. You could also use walnuts or pistachios.
To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
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🔪 Instructions
Step 1: Mix all ingredients except the sliced almonds in a food processor.
Step 2: Place in plastic wrap forming a ball. Twist the end to create a seal. Place in a bowl in the fridge to set.
Step 3: Once cooled, roll the ball in sliced almonds and serve.
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Of the dairy-free cheeses I've had, I think Daiya tastes the most like real cheese.
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📋 Recipe
Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Vegan Cheese Ball
Equipment
- Plastic wrap
Ingredients
- 8 oz. vegan cream cheese - I used Tofutti
- 4 oz. vegan cheddar - I used Follow Your Heart
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil
- ¼ cup fresh basil
- ¼ sliced almonds
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients except the sliced almonds in a food processor. Place in plastic wrap forming a ball. Twist the end to create a seal. Place in a bowl in the fridge to set.
- Once cooled, roll the ball in sliced almonds and serve.
Notes
Nutrition
*Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.
Jan Ramsey Brick says
Looks yummy! I'll give it a try. Tomato and basil combo is one of my favorites!
Willow Moon says
Mine too! I use the combo in a lot of recipes!
Ange says
I love the savoury flavours you've used. Tomato and basil is such a winning combination
Chef Devaux says
What a great idea, this recipe. And the flavours are fantastic. This weekend I have to make this. I can't wait for it.
Jessica {Swanky Recipes} says
This sounds incredibly and I can't wait to try it! The hubs will really love this recipe.
Willow Moon says
I hope you like it as much as I do!
Kathy Hester says
I love your vegan cheese ball. I think I'll make it for a holiday cocktail party and not tell anyone it's vegan 😉
Willow Moon says
I would love to hear how it goes!
nutrizonia says
I love the idea of basil and sun dried tomato for cheese ball! lovely!
mylifecookbook says
Sundried tomatoes and basil are one of my favorite combinations with cheese. This would be a nice dish to take to a party this season!
Willow Moon says
It is one of my favorite combinations as well! I have already made a bunch of recipes with both. (Hopefully spread out enough so that readers don't get bored.)
Sara - The Organic Dietitian says
I have only made vegan cheese once before and loved it. I need to do it again and think i found the recipe.
Willow Moon says
Yeah, I have been meaning to make more vegan cheese (instead of buying processed). So far I have only made a Nacho Cheese Sauce. Also, I am planning on making vegan lasagna this week, which will have vegan ricotta, so there's one more to add to the list.
Chrissa - Physical Kitchness says
There is nothing better than a big 'ol cheeseball at a party. Seriously. This one looks amazing!!
Willow Moon says
Thanks! It's funny you mention one at a party, because come to think of it, I haven't seen one at a party in ages! We just had a bday party, but of course I ate the vegan cheese ball earlier in the week, so oops, none left! I had to whip up my Chipotle Hummus instead, which actually worked out because we had all Mexican food, and the vegan cheese ball (poor thing) would not have fit in as well.
Callie | Flour and Fancy says
Love this delicious way to bring the festive cheese ball to the vegan home! Definitely saving this one!