Dairy-Free Baked Cheese
Indulge in the creamy, savory goodness of Dairy-Free Baked Cheese, a plant-based twist on the classic comfort food. This easy recipe relies on soaked raw cashews, nutritional yeast, and tapioca starch to create a velvety, cheese-like texture that's completely free from dairy but packed with flavor. Enhanced with a tangy blend of lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and seasonings like garlic powder and dried herbs, this baked delight features a golden, slightly firm crust thanks to its time in the oven. Ready in under an hour, it’s perfect as a centerpiece for any gathering—whether you're spreading it on crackers, pairing it with fresh veggies, or layering it onto your favorite dishes. Whether you're vegan, lactose-intolerant, or just curious, this dairy-free baked cheese is guaranteed to impress!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons tapioca starch
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (such as oregano or thyme)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a small baking dish or ramekin with olive oil.
Step 2
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with boiling water. Let them soak for 10 minutes to soften them.
Step 3
Drain the soaked cashews and transfer them to a blender or food processor.
Step 4
Add nutritional yeast, tapioca starch, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and water to the blender.
Step 5
Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. This process should take about 3-5 minutes depending on your blender's power.
Step 6
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 7
Sprinkle the top with dried herbs and drizzle with olive oil for extra flavor and a beautiful finish.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is firm and golden brown.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. It will firm up more as it cools.
Step 10
Serve the dairy-free baked cheese with crackers, sliced vegetables, or use it as a topping for your favorite dishes.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (450.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 901.4 |
| Total Fat 63.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1202.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 63.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.2g | |
| Protein 30.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 78.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1143.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories