Vegan Baked Cheese
Indulge in the creamy, savory perfection of Vegan Baked Cheese—a plant-based delight that’s as easy to make as it is irresistible. Crafted from wholesome ingredients like raw cashews, nutritional yeast, and white miso paste, this dairy-free cheese is baked to golden perfection, delivering a rich and velvety texture with a hint of tangy umami flavor. Tapioca starch ensures a luscious creaminess, while garlic and onion powders elevate the savory notes. Topped with fresh chives for a burst of color and freshness, this baked cheese pairs beautifully with crackers, crusty bread, or crisp veggies. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for entertaining or as a guilt-free indulgence. Whether you're vegan or simply cheese-curious, this baked cheese will win a spot on your go-to snack list!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Tapioca starch
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon White miso paste
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh chopped chives
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a small baking dish or ramekin with a bit of olive oil.
Step 2
In a bowl, cover the raw cashews with boiling water and let them soak for 10 minutes, or until softened. Then, drain and rinse the cashews.
Step 3
In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the soaked cashews, unsweetened almond milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, tapioca starch, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and white miso paste.
Step 4
Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. This should take a couple of minutes. Scrape down the sides of the blender as needed to ensure no lumps remain.
Step 5
Pour the mixture into your greased baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the top becomes golden and slightly firm to the touch.
Step 7
Allow the vegan cheese to cool for about 10 minutes before serving. It will firm up a bit more as it cools.
Step 8
Sprinkle the top with freshly chopped chives before serving. Enjoy it warm or at room temperature with crackers, bread, or veggies.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (351.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1028.9 |
| Total Fat 79.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1803.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 63.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.1g | |
| Protein 26.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 43.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 277.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1015.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories