Dairy-Free Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese
Discover the ultimate comfort food made accessible to all with this Dairy-Free Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese recipe! Perfectly tender gluten-free elbow macaroni is coated in a velvety, dairy-free "cheese" sauce crafted from nutritional yeast, almond milk, and a hint of dijon mustard for depth. Topped with golden, crispy gluten-free breadcrumbs, this baked delight is rich in flavor yet entirely plant-based. Whether you're embracing a dairy-free lifestyle or catering to dietary restrictions, this satisfying dish is easy to prepare in under an hour and ideal for a cozy family dinner. Packed with wholesome ingredients and free from both dairy and gluten, it’s a guilt-free indulgence everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces gluten-free elbow macaroni
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose gluten-free flour
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup bread crumbs (gluten-free if necessary)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cook the gluten-free elbow macaroni according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the coconut oil.
Whisk in the gluten-free flour to form a roux, cooking for about 1 minute.
Slowly add the unsweetened almond milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps, and bring to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low, and stir in the nutritional yeast, dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper until smooth and slightly thickened. This is your cheese sauce.
Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce, stirring until the pasta is evenly coated.
Pour the macaroni and cheese into a greased 8x8 inch baking dish.
Sprinkle the gluten-free bread crumbs evenly over the top of the macaroni.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1688 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.8 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.5 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3396 mg | 148% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 249.7 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 34.9 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 932 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 780 mg | 17% | |
*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.
