Homemade Vegan Cheddar Cheese
A rich, creamy vegan cheese spread perfect for plant-based diets and versatile for various dishes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Condiments
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 cup plant-based milk (e.g., soy milk)
- 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
- 1/4 cup tapioca starch
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon mustard (optional)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Combine your base: In a saucepan, combine the plant-based milk, nutritional yeast, tapioca starch, cornstarch, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
- Cook and stir: Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens and becomes stretchy, about 5-7 minutes.
- Chill: Remove from heat and transfer to a container. Let it cool before refrigerating.
- Serve and enjoy: Once chilled, use it as a spread or for cooking.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 5-7 days. Leftovers may taste even better the next day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://cookingwithmayaa.com/vegan-cheddar-cheese/