Dairy-Free Obazda

Experience the rich, creamy flavor of Bavarian cuisine with a plant-based twist in this Dairy-Free Obazda recipe. Perfectly blending soaked cashews, unsweetened almond milk, and zesty apple cider vinegar, this vegan cheese spread replicates the decadent texture of the traditional Obazda without any dairy. Seasoned with bold paprika, caraway seeds, and a medley of spices, and finished with fresh scallions and chives, this spread delivers a smoky, tangy flavor that’s irresistible. Ready in just 15 minutes (plus chill time) and ideal for serving with gluten-free pretzels, fresh veggies, or crackers, this vegan Obazda is the perfect addition to your snack platter, Oktoberfest celebration, or charcuterie board.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups raw cashews
• 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1.5 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 scallion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons chives, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Begin by soaking the raw cashews in hot water for 30 minutes. Drain and rinse them thoroughly.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the soaked cashews, almond milk, nutritional yeast, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and olive oil. Process until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Add paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, caraway seeds, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Blend again until all ingredients are well combined, forming a smooth spread.

Step 4

Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and fold in the thinly sliced scallion and chopped chives until evenly distributed.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. You may add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice according to your preference.

Step 6

Allow the spread to chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving. This will improve the flavor and allow the consistency to firm up.

Step 7

Serve your Dairy-Free Obazda with gluten-free pretzels, fresh vegetables, or as a spread on breads or crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(402.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1297.6

Total Fat 104.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1291.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g	0%
Total Sugars 11.5g
Protein 39.7g	0%

Vitamin D 43.9IU	0%
Calcium 314.5mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 1579.0mg	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: 68.5%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 19.9%