DIY vegan cheese has changed my life. There, I said it. Some raw cashews, a little tapioca starch, and a few other ingredients is all it takes to craft this gooey, tangy, cheesy goodness.
I use this melty vegan cheese to top my Smoked Tofu & Artichoke Pizza, in lasagna soup, and just about anywhere else I need some cheesy goodness.
With less than 10 ingredients, most of which you probably have in your pantry — unless you’re new to plant based cooking, in which case, start keeping these things in stock! — you can throw together a melty, cheesy, toothsome vegan mozzarella that’s sure to impress.
Step one: throw all the ingredients in your blender (remember to soften your cashews ahead of time if you don’t have a high-powered blender) and blend until super smooth. Step two: pour this watery, yellow mixture into a small sauce pan over medium heat and stir frequently until it starts to get nice and thick. Step three: remove your cheese from the heat and enjoy!
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Melty Vegan Mozzarella
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup cashews (softened if you don't have a high-powered blender)
- 3 tbsp tapioca starch
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 tbsp sauerkraut
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Soften cashews in a pot of boiling water for 10 minutes, or soak covered in water overnight, if you don't have a high-powered blender. If you have one, feel free to skip this step
- Add all ingredients to blender and blend until perfectly smooth.
- Pour liquid mixture into a small pot and heat over medium heat, stirring regularly until it begins to thicken (about 5-7 minutes).
- Use on pizzas, pastas, nachos or as a dip!
- Store unused portion in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
