Dairy-Free Chive Cream Cheese
Elevate your dairy-free lifestyle with this luscious Dairy-Free Chive Cream Cheese, a creamy, tangy spread that’s perfect for bagels, sandwiches, or veggie dips. Made from soaked raw cashews, this vegan recipe gets its rich texture and depth from nutritional yeast, apple cider vinegar, and fresh lemon juice, while a sprinkle of finely chopped chives adds a vibrant, savory kick. Ready in just 40 minutes, including chilling time, this easy-to-make alternative is gluten-free, dairy-free, and packed with plant-based goodness. Whether you're looking for a versatile spread or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this wholesome recipe is a deliciously guilt-free choice for your pantry.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives
Instructions
Place the raw cashews in a small bowl and cover them with water. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes to soften. For a creamier texture, you can soak them for up to 2 hours or overnight if you prefer.
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews thoroughly under cool running water.
Transfer the soaked cashews to a high-speed blender or food processor. Add 1 cup of fresh water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as necessary. This may take a few minutes depending on the power of your blender or food processor.
Once the mixture is smooth and creamy, transfer it into a medium-sized bowl.
Finely chop the fresh chives and gently fold them into the cream cheese mixture until they are evenly distributed.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice as desired.
Transfer the dairy-free chive cream cheese to a sealed container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to thicken and allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a spread on bagels, sandwiches, or as a dip for veggies. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
688 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.3 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1212 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 27.4 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1022 mg | 22% | |
*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.
