Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Assorted crackers, vegetable sticks, or toasted bread for serving
Instructions
- Combine the softened cream cheese, grated carrots, and nuts in a mixing bowl.
- Blend until creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Form the mixture into a ball shape, rolling it gently in your hands.
- Roll the cheese ball in finely chopped herbs or additional nuts for added flavor.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 60 minutes to enhance flavor and firm up the shape.
- Serve on a platter surrounded by crackers, veggie sticks, or toasted bread, garnished with fresh herbs or extra grated carrots.
Notes
Let the mixture chill longer if it feels too soft before serving. Adjust seasoning to taste before shaping the ball.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian