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Homemade Dairy-Free Cashew Cream Cheese – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Homemade Dairy-Free Cashew Cream Cheese

Craving that classic cream cheese tang without the dairy? This homemade cashew cream cheese is unbelievably rich, creamy, and spreadable. It's so good, you'll be slathering it on everything from morning bagels to your favorite crackers. Whether you're dairy-free or just looking f
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 12 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 55
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup (130 g / 4.6 oz) raw cashews
  • ¼ cup (60 g / 2.12 oz) unsweetened plain dairy-free yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml / 1 fl oz) apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons (10 ml / 0.3 fl oz) nutritional yeast
  • ¾ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon finely ground sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml / 1 fl oz) sliced fresh chives
  • For the smoothest possible cream cheese, use a high-speed blender. If using a food processor, you may need to blend for several minutes, scraping down the sides frequently.
  • Customize your spread by swapping chives for other fresh herbs like dill or parsley, or add a pinch of smoked paprika for a smoky flavor.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Method
 

  1. Place the cashews in a sealable container, cover with water, and refrigerate to soak for at least 12 hours. 2.
  2. Drain and rinse the soaked cashews.
  3. Add them to a high-speed blender or food processor along with the dairy-free yogurt, apple cider vinegar, nutritional yeast, onion powder, sea salt, and garlic powder. 3.
  4. Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. 4.
  5. Transfer the cream cheese to an airtight container and stir in the sliced fresh chives. 5. For the best taste, let it rest on the counter for an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. In a hurry?
  7. Cover the cashews with boiling water and let them soak for just 30 minutes instead of overnight.

Nutrition

Calories: 55kcalCarbohydrates: 3.2gProtein: 1.5gFat: 4.1g

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