Dairy-Free Cream Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the luxuriously creamy texture of this Dairy-Free Cream Cheese Sauce, a wholesome, plant-based alternative that's as versatile as it is delicious. Made from nutrient-rich raw cashews and enriched with the tangy depth of nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and apple cider vinegar, this sauce delivers a velvety smoothness you'll love. With just 15 minutes of prep and cook time, it's an effortlessly quick recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Whether drizzled over pasta, used as a dip, or spread onto your favorite dishes, this dairy-free wonder is packed with flavor, featuring hints of garlic, onion, and a touch of white pepper. Plus, it's vegan, gluten-free, and made with simple pantry staples like almond milk, ensuring it’s a hit for various dietary needs. Say goodbye to heavy dairy sauces and hello to a light yet indulgent alternative that will elevate every meal!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground white pepper
- 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
Directions
Step 1
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover with warm water. Let them soak for approximately 30 minutes, or until they have softened significantly.
Step 2
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews thoroughly.
Step 3
In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the drained cashews, almond milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, ground white pepper, and apple cider vinegar.
Step 4
Blend the mixture on high speed until the sauce is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as necessary to ensure even blending.
Step 5
Transfer the smooth sauce to a saucepan and warm over low heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until gently heated through. Avoid boiling.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or lemon juice to achieve your desired flavor.
Step 7
Serve immediately over pasta, as a dip, or drizzled over your favorite dishes.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (414.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 754.6 |
| Total Fat 52.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1357.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 50.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.6g | |
| Protein 32.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 87.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 485.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1223.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories