Vegan Obazda

Creamy, smoky, and bursting with bold Bavarian-inspired flavors, this Vegan Obazda is a plant-based twist on the traditional German cheese spread. Made from raw cashews blended to silky perfection with almond milk, melted coconut oil, and a medley of smoked and sweet paprika, it delivers a rich, cheese-like experience without any dairy. The addition of caraway seeds, onion and garlic powder, and a zesty hint of lemon juice elevate the dish, while fresh chopped chives provide a vibrant finishing touch. Perfect as a dip or spread, this vegan cheese alternative pairs beautifully with soft pretzels, crusty bread, or crispy crackers, making it ideal for Oktoberfest celebrations, snack platters, or casual gatherings. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and needing only an hour to chill, it's a quick yet flavorful recipe that’s sure to delight vegans and non-vegans alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 150 grams Raw cashews
• 100 milliliters Almond milk
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil, melted
• 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Sweet paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Caraway seeds
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chives, chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Drain the cashews and add them to a high-speed blender or food processor.

Step 3

Add the almond milk, melted coconut oil, nutritional yeast, smoked and sweet paprika, caraway seeds, onion powder, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the blender.

Step 4

Blend the mixture on high until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. Scrape down the sides of the blender as necessary.

Step 5

Transfer the obazda mixture to a mixing bowl and stir in the chopped chives.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice if needed.

Step 7

Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Serve the Vegan Obazda with fresh pretzels, bread, or crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(330.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1216.5

Total Fat 95.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2455.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 17.2g
Protein 39.1g	0%

Vitamin D 33.0IU	0%
Calcium 258.8mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 1529.9mg	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: 66.0%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 21.9%