For those moments when you need creamy, tangy vegan cashew cream cheese in a hurry, here are some quick and easy recipes to help you whip up a delicious batch in no time. Whether you prefer a classic, plain version, or something a bit more flavorful and herby, these recipes offer a variety of options to suit your taste and preferences. With just a few basic ingredients and a few minutes of prep time, you can have a smooth and satisfying cashew cream cheese ready to spread on your favorite bagel, cracker, or veggie platter.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
LAST-MINUTE VEGAN CASHEW CREAM CHEESE
Call this whatever you like, a vegan cream cheese, a dip, a spread, or whatever. All I know is that it's yummy and it carries me through those days when my avocados are just not soft yet or when they are not in season (I'm based in Israel and we have food seasons). A girl's gotta have something to spread on her sourdough bread in the morning, you know what I mean. It is also just plain good! All the recipes I have found in the past require me to soak my cashews before but that requires me to plan. And I'm not good at that!
Provided by Bayla Haskel
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Vegan
Time 1h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine cashews and garlic in a high-speed blender (such as Vitamix®); blend on high until cashews are reduced to crumbs, scraping down the sides of the blender in between blending. Add lemon juice and blend until well combined.
- Add water, 1/4 cup at a time, and blend until the mixture has a smooth and almost thick consistency; mixture will thicken further in the fridge. Mix in nutritional yeast. Add the last 1/4 cup of water only if needed; do not exceed 1 1/2 cups water if possible. Mixture should be completely smooth with no lumps remaining.
- Taste and add salt if needed. (The mixture will taste very lemony but will neutralize after 1 hour in the fridge.) Place in the fridge to thicken, about 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 16.9 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
VEGAN CASHEW CREAM CHEESE
Vegan cream cheese made with cashews.
Provided by DanaC
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Vegan
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place cashews in a bowl. Add hot water to cover; soak for 5 to 10 minutes. Drain and transfer to a blender.
- Add 1/2 cup water, lemon juice, vinegar, and salt; blend until creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides every now and then. Stir in chives.
- Serve right away or let chill in the refrigerator before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.4 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 101.7 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
Tips:
- Soak the cashews overnight: This will help them soften and make them easier to blend.
- Use a high-powered blender: This will ensure that the cashew cream cheese is smooth and creamy.
- Add flavorings to taste: You can add herbs, spices, or other flavorings to the cashew cream cheese to create different variations.
- Use cashew cream cheese as a spread, dip, or filling: It's a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes.
Conclusion:
Cashew cream cheese is an easy and delicious vegan alternative to traditional cream cheese. It's made with just a few simple ingredients and can be flavored to taste. It's a great option for those who are looking for a dairy-free or plant-based cream cheese.
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