Vegan Baked Cheese
Indulge in the creamy, savory goodness of Vegan Baked Cheese, a plant-based delight that's sure to impress both vegans and cheese lovers alike. Made from nutrient-rich raw cashews blended with unsweetened almond milk, nutritional yeast, and a hint of tangy lemon juice, this recipe mimics the rich depth of traditional cheese while remaining entirely dairy-free. The addition of tapioca starch creates a luscious, melty texture when baked to golden perfection, while seasonings like garlic powder, onion powder, and white miso paste deliver a bold, umami flavor profile. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this baked vegan cheese comes together effortlessly and pairs beautifully with crackers, fresh bread, or crisp veggies. Top it off with fresh chives for a burst of color and flavor, and enjoy a warm, crowd-pleasing appetizer that's both wholesome and indulgent. Perfect for potlucks, parties, or anytime you're craving a healthy yet satisfying snack!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Tapioca starch
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon White miso paste
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh chopped chives
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a small baking dish or ramekin with a bit of olive oil.
In a bowl, cover the raw cashews with boiling water and let them soak for 10 minutes, or until softened. Then, drain and rinse the cashews.
In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the soaked cashews, unsweetened almond milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, tapioca starch, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and white miso paste.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. This should take a couple of minutes. Scrape down the sides of the blender as needed to ensure no lumps remain.
Pour the mixture into your greased baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the top becomes golden and slightly firm to the touch.
Allow the vegan cheese to cool for about 10 minutes before serving. It will firm up a bit more as it cools.
Sprinkle the top with freshly chopped chives before serving. Enjoy it warm or at room temperature with crackers, bread, or veggies.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1029 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.7 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.5 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1803 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.2 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.1 g | ||
| Protein | 26.7 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 278 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1015 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.
