Process first 4 ingredients in a food processor until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides. Chill 30 minutes.

Shape cheese mixture into a ball, and make an indentation in the top to resemble an apple. Chill ball 30 minutes.

Coat ball heavily with paprika; cover and chill 1 hour.

Insert cinnamon stick and bay leaf into indentation to resemble apple stem and leaf. Serve with assorted crackers.

*We used Cracker Barrel white Cheddar found in the deli section of the grocery store.