Creamy Cashew Cheese Spread
A creamy, dairy-free cashew cheese spread made with simple ingredients like nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and garlic powder. Perfect as a dip, spread, or topping!
Equipment
- blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- hot water to soak
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Soak the Cashews: Place the cashews in a bowl and pour enough hot water to cover them. Cover with a lid and let them soak for about 2 hours.
- Blend the Ingredients: Transfer the soaked cashews and any remaining water to a blender. Add the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Blend on high for about 1 minute or until smooth and creamy.
- Serve and Store: Serve immediately, warm or cold, as a spread, dip, or topping. Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Enjoy this versatile, dairy-free delight on crackers, sandwiches, or as a creamy addition to your favorite dishes!