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vegan mozzarella cheese

Vegan Mozzarella Cheese: 5 Creamy Recipes to Savor

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cup 1x
  • Category: Dairy Alternatives
  • Method: Blending and Refrigerating
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This vegan mozzarella cheese is creamy and melts beautifully. It’s perfect for pizzas, lasagnas, and salads.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cashews, soaked
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon agar-agar powder

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse soaked cashews.
  2. In a blender, combine cashews, nutritional yeast, water, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
  3. Blend until smooth.
  4. In a saucepan, heat agar-agar with 1/2 cup water until dissolved.
  5. Mix agar-agar into the cashew mixture and blend again.
  6. Pour the mixture into a mold and refrigerate for at least two hours.
  7. Once set, slice or shred the cheese for use.

Notes

  • Soak cashews for at least 4 hours for best results.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 oz
  • Calories: 100
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: vegan mozzarella cheese, dairy-free cheese, plant-based cheese