Vegan Classic Cheesy Potato Casserole

Creamy, indulgent, and entirely dairy-free, this Vegan Classic Cheesy Potato Casserole puts a plant-based twist on a beloved comfort food favorite. Made with layers of tender Russet potatoes and smothered in a luscious, homemade vegan cheese sauce crafted from nutrient-rich cashews, savory nutritional yeast, and smoky paprika, this dish is a flavor-packed masterpiece. Baked to golden, bubbling perfection and finished with a sprinkle of fresh chives, this casserole is both satisfying and simple to prepare, with just 20 minutes of hands-on prep time. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing side dish or a hearty main course, this recipe is the ultimate combination of healthy, comforting, and irresistibly cheesy—all without the cheese!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 1 cup Cashews
• 1 cup Nutritional yeast
• 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Vegan butter
• 3 tablespoons Chopped chives

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Peel and slice the potatoes into uniform 1/4-inch thick rounds. Set aside.

Step 3

In a bowl, soak the cashews in hot water for at least 15 minutes, then drain.

Step 4

Combine soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, almond milk, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 5

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon of vegan butter.

Step 6

Arrange half of the sliced potatoes in an even layer in the baking dish.

Step 7

Pour half of the cheese sauce over the potatoes, spreading evenly.

Step 8

Layer the remaining potato slices on top and cover with the remaining cheese sauce.

Step 9

Dot the top with the remaining vegan butter, cubed into small pieces, and cover the dish with aluminum foil.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, then remove the foil and continue baking for another 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before sprinkling with chopped chives.

Step 12

Serve warm as a side dish or a main course for a comforting meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1792.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2273.6

Total Fat 87.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4149.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 322.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.2g	0%
Total Sugars 21.4g
Protein 67.8g	0%

Vitamin D 131.8IU	0%
Calcium 902.9mg	0%
Iron 25.3mg	0%
Potassium 8063.0mg	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: 33.5%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 55.0%