Melty Nutritional Yeast Cheese Vegan
Get ready to elevate your plant-based dishes with this irresistibly creamy and flavorful Melty Nutritional Yeast Cheese! Completely vegan and packed with wholesome ingredients like raw cashews, nutritional yeast, and tapioca starch, this recipe delivers the perfect gooey, stretchy texture ideal for nachos, pasta, or as a savory dip. A quick 10-minute prep time and minimal cooking make this dairy-free cheese alternative both simple and satisfying. Zesty notes from lemon juice and apple cider vinegar, combined with a smoky hint of paprika, bring bold, rich flavor to every bite. Whether you’re looking to impress at your next gathering or simply indulge in some guilt-free comfort food, this easy vegan cheese recipe is a must-try.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cups Raw cashews
- 0.25 cups Nutritional yeast
- 3 tablespoons Tapioca starch (or arrowroot powder)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika or regular paprika
- 1.5 cups Water
Instructions
Soak the raw cashews in hot water for at least 10 minutes to soften them. Drain and set aside.
In a blender or food processor, combine the soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, tapioca starch, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, smoked paprika, and water.
Blend on high until smooth and creamy. Make sure there are no lumps for the best texture.
Transfer the blended mixture into a medium saucepan.
Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly with a whisk or silicone spatula to prevent sticking.
After 3-5 minutes, you'll notice the mixture thickening and becoming stretchy. Continue stirring until the desired melty consistency is achieved.
Remove from heat and adjust seasoning as needed (add more salt, smoked paprika, or lemon juice to taste).
Serve immediately over nachos, pasta, or as a dip. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat with a splash of water to thin, if needed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
447 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.9 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2386 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.2 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 13.9 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 573 mg | 12% | |
*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.
