Delicious and Easy Vegan Smoked Cashew Cheese Recipe

If you're looking for a tasty vegan cheese alternative, this Basic Sliceable Vegan Smoked Cashew Cheese is perfect for you. Made with wholesome ingredients like cashews and nutritional yeast, this cheese is not only dairy-free but also packed with flavor. The smoky aroma adds an extra touch of goodness to this healthy and versatile cheese. Whether you're spreading it on toast or using it in your favorite recipes, this vegan smoked cashew cheese will definitely become a staple in your plant-based kitchen.

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw cashews, soaked overnight
• 1/2 cup water
• 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke

Directions

1. Drain and rinse the soaked cashews.
2. In a blender or food processor, combine the cashews, water, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and liquid smoke.
3. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
4. Line a small rectangular dish with parchment paper and pour the cashew mixture into the dish.
5. Smooth out the top with a spatula.
6. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until firm and sliceable.
7. Once the cheese is set, remove it from the dish by pulling up the parchment paper.
8. Slice and serve as desired.
9. The vegan smoked cashew cheese can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

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