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  • Makes 2 cups
  • Serving size: 2 crackers + ¼ cup hummus cheese
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Perfect for the holidays, this festive appetizer from Kiki Nelson comes together in just 10 minutes. Blend creamy hummus with sweet dried cranberries, smoky seasonings, and crunchy pretzels for a flavor-packed twist on a classic. Shape it into a ball then press chopped pecans into the surface for a beautiful, nutty finish. Serve with whole grain crackers, crisp seasonal veggies, or fresh fruit for an easy, crowd-pleasing centerpiece.

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Ingredients

  • 16 oz. oil-free hummus
  • 1 cup chopped pretzels
  • ½ cup sweetened dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup chopped scallions
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1 teaspoon vegan Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon liquid smoke
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ¾ cup chopped pecans
  • 16 whole grain crackers, such as Wasa Whole Grain Crispbreads

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl combine the first 11 ingredients (through black pepper). Mix until well incorporated.
  • With a large spoon, scoop the mixture onto a plate and form it into a ball. (You can use your hands to shape the ball; dampen your hands with water to help keep the hummus from sticking to them.)
  • Once the ball is formed, press the chopped pecans onto the surface to cover the ball. Serve with fresh vegetables, seasonal fruit, and whole grain crackers.
Nutritional Information:

Per serving (2 crackers + ¼ cup hummus cheese): 270 calories, 41 g carbohydrates, 6 g protein, 9 g total fat, 1.5 g saturated fat, 0 g cholesterol, 160 mg sodium, 8 g fiber, 11 g sugar

Note: Nutritional information is provided as an estimate only.

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Kiki Nelson

Kiki Nelson lost 70 pounds after adopting a plant-based diet and reduced her risk for Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Born in the Yucatán Peninsula, Kiki lives in Colorado with her family. You can find her at @PlantifulKiki on Instagram and YouTube.
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