Dairy-Free Cheesy Fries
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food made for everyone to enjoy with these irresistible Dairy-Free Cheesy Fries! Perfectly baked golden fries are seasoned with a smoky blend of paprika and black pepper, then elevated by a rich and creamy plant-based cheese sauce made from raw cashews, nutritional yeast, and a zesty splash of lemon juice. Whether you're seeking a vegan, dairy-free, or simply guilt-free alternative to traditional cheesy fries, this recipe has you covered. Easy to make and ready in under an hour, these crispy fries paired with the velvety, tangy "cheese" sauce are a crowd-pleasing snack, side, or appetizer. Serve them generously drizzled or as a dipping option—perfect for sharing or savoring all to yourself! Keywords: dairy-free cheesy fries, vegan cheese sauce, plant-based comfort food, crispy oven fries.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 0.5 cup Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Thoroughly wash and peel the potatoes, if desired. Cut them into evenly sized fries, about 1/2 inch thick.
In a large bowl, toss the potato fries with olive oil, salt, smoked paprika, and black pepper until they are evenly coated.
Spread the fries out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure they are not overlapping for the best crispiness.
Bake the fries in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
While the fries are baking, prepare the dairy-free cheese sauce. Begin by soaking the raw cashews in hot water for about 15 minutes to soften.
Drain the soaked cashews and place them in a high-speed blender along with nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, water, and apple cider vinegar.
Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the blender occasionally.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as desired, adding more salt or nutritional yeast if preferred.
Once the fries are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool briefly.
Generously drizzle the dairy-free cheese sauce over the baked fries, or serve it as a dipping sauce on the side.
Enjoy your dairy-free cheesy fries immediately while they are warm and crispy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2241 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.7 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2561 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 311.9 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.8 g | 99% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.8 g | ||
| Protein | 61.6 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 262 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 23.4 mg | 130% | |
| Potassium | 7786 mg | 166% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
