Dairy-Free Creamy Beer Cheese
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of Dairy-Free Creamy Beer Cheese—a plant-based twist on a classic favorite that's perfect for vegan and lactose-free diets. This recipe combines soaked cashews and nutritional yeast to create a luscious, dairy-free base, while smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of cayenne pepper add layers of smoky, savory depth. The beer lends a subtle malty undertone, and a splash of lemon juice brightens the flavors for a truly irresistible dip. Thickened to perfection on the stovetop, this creamy delight is ideal for dipping veggies, drizzling over nachos, or swirling into pasta. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile, crowd-pleasing dish proves that comfort food can be both indulgent and guilt-free.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cashews
- 1 cup Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup Beer
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
Instructions
Begin by soaking the cashews in hot water for about 10 minutes to soften them. Drain and rinse the cashews thoroughly.
In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and cornstarch.
Add the unsweetened almond milk, beer, lemon juice, dijon mustard, and tomato paste to the blender.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no grainy bits of cashew remaining.
Transfer the blended mixture to a saucepan and place over medium heat.
Stir the mixture constantly with a whisk or spatula as it heats up to prevent sticking or clumping.
Continue to cook the mixture for about 10-15 minutes, until it thickens to a creamy cheese-like consistency.
Once thickened, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Remove from heat and serve warm as a dip for vegetables, over cooked pasta, or on top of nachos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1058 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.1 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2915 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.8 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 33.6 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 519 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1511 mg | 32% | |
*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.
