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How To Make Easy Healthy Vegan Cheese - Oil-free, Soy-free

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Vegan Sharp Cheddar

Cultural Context

Vegan sharp cheddar is a plant-based alternative to traditional cheese, reflecting a growing trend towards dairy-free diets in the U.S. It provides a similar taste and texture, making it popular among vegans and those with lactose intolerance. This cheese can be used in various dishes, from sandwiches to pasta, and is often made with wholesome ingredients like nuts and nutritional yeast to achieve a cheesy flavor.

AmericanUSother
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup cashews
2 tablespoons arrowroot powder
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup nutritional yeast
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup water

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

coconut oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: olive oil

Avocado oil provides a similar texture with a healthier fat profile.

cashews

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: pumpkin seeds

Sunflower seeds are lower in calories and cost-effective.

1

Put all ingredients in the blender: cashews, arrowroot powder, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, nutritional yeast, garlic, and salt.

2

Add water to the blender and blend until well combined.

3

In a saucepan, heat agar with water until it thickens and comes to a simmer.

4

Once thickened, add the agar mixture to the blender with the other ingredients and blend again until well combined.

5

Transfer the mixture back to the saucepan to activate the arrowroot powder.

6

Pour the mixture into a container to refrigerate and set properly.

7

Refrigerate until the cheese sets.

8

Once set, cut the cheese into slices.

Cooking Techniques

blending

Equipment Needed

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Dietary

veganplant-baseddairy-freenut-freesoy-free

Allergens

tree-nuts

Also Known As

Vegan CheesePlant-Based Cheddar

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