Whole30 Creamy Cashew Cheese
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of this Whole30 Creamy Cashew Cheese, a dairy-free alternative that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients like soaked raw cashews, nutritional yeast, and a hint of lemon juice, this plant-based cheese offers a luscious texture and a tangy, cheesy flavor that’s entirely vegan and paleo-friendly. Perfect for dips, spreads, or drizzling over your favorite dishes, this recipe comes together in just minutes of prep time—no cooking required! Plus, it's packed with flavor-enhancing spices like garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika, making it the ideal addition to your Whole30 meal plan. Whether you’re hosting a party or meal prepping for the week, this cashew cheese is sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups raw cashews
- 0.75 cups water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.25 cups nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with water. Let them soak for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
Step 2
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews under cold running water.
Step 3
Add the drained cashews to a high-speed blender or food processor.
Step 4
Pour in 0.75 cups of fresh water, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, apple cider vinegar, paprika, and ground black pepper.
Step 5
Blend the mixture on high speed until it becomes smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. This may take 3-5 minutes depending on your blender.
Step 6
Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary. You can add more salt, lemon juice, or nutritional yeast to suit your preference.
Step 7
Transfer the creamy cashew cheese to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow it to firm up.
Step 8
Serve as a dip, spread, or sauce. Enjoy within 5-7 days for optimal freshness.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (406.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 989.1 |
| Total Fat 74.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1195.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 63.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.1g | |
| Protein 34.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 91.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1312.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories