Dairy-Free Herbed Cream Cheese

Creamy, luscious, and completely dairy-free, this homemade Dairy-Free Herbed Cream Cheese is a game-changer for plant-based and lactose-intolerant eaters alike. Made with a base of soaked cashews blended to silky perfection, this recipe is infused with zesty lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and nutritional yeast for a tangy, cheesy flavor. Fresh chives and parsley add vibrant bursts of herbaceous goodness, while garlic and onion powder round out the savory notes. With just 10 minutes of active prep time and no cooking required, this versatile spread is as easy to make as it is delicious. Perfect served with bagels, crackers, or as a veggie dip, it’s a creamy, satisfying alternative you’ll want to make again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw cashews
• 0.25 cup water
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

1. Begin by soaking the raw cashews in hot water for at least 30 minutes to soften them. Drain and rinse the cashews after soaking.

Step 2

2. In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the soaked cashews, water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, and sea salt.

Step 3

3. Blend the mixture on high until it becomes smooth and creamy. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides several times to ensure everything is well incorporated.

Step 4

4. Once smooth, transfer the mixture to a bowl.

Step 5

5. Finely chop the fresh chives and parsley, and gently fold them into the cream cheese mixture, mixing until the herbs are evenly distributed.

Step 6

6. Adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to taste.

Step 7

7. Refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up.

Step 8

8. Serve the Dairy-Free Herbed Cream Cheese spread with bagels, crackers, or as a delightful dip for vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(245.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	700.1

Total Fat 49.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1196.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.7g	0%
Total Sugars 7.8g
Protein 28.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 74.1mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 1109.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.5%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 25.5%