Vegan Cheese Fondue
Dive into a decadent culinary experience with this creamy and indulgent Vegan Cheese Fondue, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite. Made with wholesome ingredients like soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, and miso paste, this dairy-free fondue boasts a rich, cheesy flavor and a luxuriously smooth, stretchy texture thanks to tapioca starch magic. A hint of smoked paprika and optional dry white wine elevate the dish with a sophisticated depth, making it perfect for cozy gatherings or romantic dinners. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this vegan fondue pairs beautifully with crusty bread, fresh veggies, or roasted potatoes for dipping. Whether you're hosting a party or craving comfort food, this lusciously creamy recipe will wow vegans and non-vegans alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 1.5 cups Unsweetened plant-based milk (e.g., almond, soy, oat)
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Tapioca starch
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon White miso paste
- 0.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Dry white wine (optional)
Instructions
Soak the raw cashews in hot water for at least 20 minutes or overnight in cold water, then drain and rinse them.
In a high-speed blender, combine the soaked cashews, plant-based milk, nutritional yeast, garlic cloves, lemon juice, tapioca starch, Dijon mustard, miso paste, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Pour the blended mixture into a medium saucepan. If using dry white wine, stir it into the mixture at this stage.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and becomes stretchy. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer and continue whisking for another 2-3 minutes to ensure the fondue is smooth and well-combined.
Transfer the vegan cheese fondue to a fondue pot or a heat-safe serving dish placed over a warm setting.
Serve immediately with your favorite dippers such as crusty bread cubes, steamed or raw vegetables, crackers, or roasted potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
938 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.0 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.0 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3263 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.0 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.2 g | ||
| Protein | 33.7 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.8 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 517 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1481 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.
