Keto Creamy Cashew Cheese
Discover the ultimate dairy-free delight with this Keto Creamy Cashew Cheese recipe—perfect for plant-based and low-carb lifestyles alike! Crafted with raw cashews, tangy apple cider vinegar, and a hint of zesty nutritional yeast, this velvety spread is easy to whip up with just a blender and a few simple ingredients. With a quick 10-minute prep time (plus soaking), it delivers a luscious texture and bold, cheesy flavor without any actual dairy. Serve it as a keto-friendly dip for fresh veggies, slather it on crackers, or use it as a savory topping for your favorite dishes. This vegan cashew cheese is not only rich and creamy but also packed with nutrients, making it a must-try for anyone seeking a wholesome, guilt-free indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 0.5 cup water
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with water. Let them soak for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews thoroughly.
Add the soaked cashews to a high-speed blender or food processor along with 0.5 cup of water, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and apple cider vinegar.
Blend the mixture on high until it becomes completely smooth and creamy. This may take several minutes, and you may need to scrape down the sides of the blender occasionally.
Taste the cashew cheese and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to taste.
Transfer the creamy cashew cheese to a bowl or airtight container.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to improve its flavor and texture.
Serve as a spread on keto-friendly crackers or as a dip with fresh vegetables. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
690 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.3 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1209 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.1 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 27.5 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1020 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.
