Vegan Classic Cheese Fondue

Indulge in the creamy, decadent comfort of Vegan Classic Cheese Fondue, a plant-based twist on the beloved Swiss tradition. This rich and velvety fondue is made with a base of soaked cashews and unsweetened almond milk, blended with bold flavors from nutritional yeast, white miso paste, Dijon mustard, and a hint of white wine for that quintessential tang. Tapioca starch adds a stretchy, cheesy texture that’s perfect for dipping crusty bread, crisp vegetables, or vegan crackers. Quick and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, this dairy-free fondue is ideal for cozy gatherings, date nights, or entertaining guests. Garnished with fresh chives for a pop of color and flavor, it’s a must-try for vegan food lovers and cheese enthusiasts alike. Dive into a bowl of this indulgent delight while keeping it 100% plant-based!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Raw cashews
• 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk
• 0.5 cup Nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon White miso paste
• 2 tablespoons Tapioca starch
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup White wine
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh chives

Directions

Step 1

Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for at least 15 minutes to soften.

Step 2

Drain the cashews and transfer them to a blender.

Step 3

Add the unsweetened almond milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, Dijon mustard, white miso paste, tapioca starch, and salt to the blender with the cashews.

Step 4

Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. This may take a couple of minutes; make sure there are no lumps.

Step 5

In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the white wine over medium heat until it begins to simmer, but not boil.

Step 6

Gradually whisk in the blended cashew mixture into the saucepan with the simmering wine. Continue whisking to combine well.

Step 7

Cook the mixture over medium heat while stirring constantly until it begins to thicken and become stretchy, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 8

Once the fondue reaches your desired consistency, remove it from the heat.

Step 9

Pour the vegan cheese fondue into a fondue pot to keep it warm.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh chives before serving and set alongside a variety of dippers like cubes of crusty bread, vegetables, or vegan crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(692.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	958.3

Total Fat 57.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2303.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 10.2g
Protein 30.7g	0%

Vitamin D 131.8IU	0%
Calcium 708.3mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 1257.5mg	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: 56.6%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 30.0%