Vegan Heksenkaas (Witch's Cheese)

Elevate your plant-based snacking game with this creamy and herbaceous Vegan Heksenkaas (Witch’s Cheese), a dairy-free twist on the beloved Dutch spread! Made with soaked cashews as the velvety base, this recipe combines the zesty tang of Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and fresh lemon juice with the umami richness of nutritional yeast. Minced garlic, finely chopped chives, and parsley lend a burst of bright, aromatic flavor, making every bite irresistible. Perfect as a spread on crusty bread, a dip for crisp veggies, or a topping for crackers, this versatile and easy-to-make vegan cheese is a must-try for any plant-based food lover. Plus, it's gluten-free and packed with wholesome ingredients—ideal for entertaining or simply indulging at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:180 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:180 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 150 grams Raw cashews
• 100 milliliters Water
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 medium, minced Garlic clove
• 2 tablespoons, finely chopped Chives
• 2 tablespoons, finely chopped Parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Start by soaking the raw cashews in a bowl of water for at least 3 hours or overnight. This will soften them for blending.

Step 2

Drain and rinse the soaked cashews, then add them to a high-speed blender.

Step 3

Add 100 milliliters of water, Dijon mustard, nutritional yeast, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to the blender.

Step 4

Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy. You may need to scrape down the sides of the blender a few times to ensure everything is evenly combined.

Step 5

Transfer the cashew mixture to a mixing bowl.

Step 6

Fold in the chopped chives and parsley. Mix until the herbs are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice.

Step 8

Transfer the Vegan Heksenkaas to an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Serve as a spread on bread, a dip for vegetables, or enjoy with crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(337.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	950.7

Total Fat 69.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1565.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g	0%
Total Sugars 10.1g
Protein 37.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 86.9mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 1418.8mg	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: 61.5%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 23.6%