This Easy Vegan Cashew Cream Cheese is a delicious dairy-free alternative that's perfect for spreading on bagels, crackers, or using as a dip. Made with wholesome ingredients like cashews and nutritional yeast, it's creamy, tangy, and ready in just 5 minutes!
Ingredients: 1 cup raw cashews, soaked in water for at least 2 hours. 2 tablespoons lemon juice. 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast. 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar. 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. 1/2 teaspoon onion powder. 1/2 teaspoon salt. Water, as needed.
Instructions: Drain the soaked cashews and rinse them thoroughly. In a food processor or blender, combine the cashews, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Blend until smooth, adding water as needed to achieve your desired consistency. Scrape down the sides of the processor or blender as needed to ensure everything is well incorporated. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. Transfer the cream cheese to a container and refrigerate until ready to use. It will thicken slightly as it chills.