Vegan Cheese Pierogi

Indulge in the comforting flavors of homemade Vegan Cheese Pierogi, a plant-based twist on the classic Eastern European favorite! These pillowy dumplings are filled with a creamy, dairy-free potato and "cheese" mixture made from fluffy mashed potatoes, tangy vegan cream cheese, and nutrient-packed nutritional yeast for that signature cheesy flavor. The dough is soft and tender, made from simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, plant-based milk, and olive oil, then boiled and pan-fried to golden perfection in vegan butter. Topped with fresh chives for a pop of color and flavor, this recipe is perfect for a cozy family meal, dinner party, or meal prep. With its rich taste and satisfying texture, these pierogi are sure to impress vegans and non-vegans alike. Searching for the ultimate vegan comfort food? Look no further than this easy and delicious Vegan Cheese Pierogi recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Water
• 0.25 cup Plant-based milk
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 medium Potatoes
• 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
• 0.5 cup Vegan cream cheese
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Vegan butter
• 2 tablespoons Chives

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt.

Step 2

Add water, plant-based milk, and olive oil to the flour mixture. Mix until a dough forms.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it's smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.

Step 5

Peel and chop the potatoes into small chunks. Boil in a pot of salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.

Step 6

Drain the potatoes and mash them with vegan cream cheese, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 7

Roll out the rested dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.

Step 8

Using a round cutter (about 3 inches in diameter), cut out circles from the dough.

Step 9

Place a heaping teaspoon of the potato and cheese filling in the center of each dough circle.

Step 10

Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges firmly to seal, using a little water if necessary.

Step 11

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add pierogi in batches. Cook until they float to the surface, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 12

Remove pierogi with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 13

In a skillet, melt vegan butter over medium heat and sauté pierogi until golden brown on both sides, about 2 minutes per side.

Step 14

Garnish with chopped chives before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1217.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2289.9

Total Fat 87.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3289.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 325.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 7.8g
Protein 52.0g	0%

Vitamin D 25IU	0%
Calcium 309.6mg	0%
Iron 19.5mg	0%
Potassium 3721.8mg	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: 34.4%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 56.6%