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Vegan smoked jalapeño cheddar cheese

3
Points®
Total Time
3 hr 15 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Serves
12
Difficulty
Easy
Homemade vegan cheese is easier than you might think! We gave this cashew-based cheese a Mexican spin but you can make cheese with a more neutral-flavor profile if you prefer. Serve with crackers, fresh fruit, nuts, vegan jerky, and more.

Ingredients

Water

1½ cup(s), divided

Raw cashews

1 cup(s)

Nutritional yeast

½ cup(s)

Smoked paprika

1½ Tbsp

Jalapeño pepper

1 Tbsp, minced

Ground turmeric

¼ tsp

Onion powder

¼ tsp

Agave nectar

1 Tbsp

Garlic clove

1 clove(s), minced

Fresh lemon juice

1 Tbsp

Table salt

1 pinch(es)

Dried agar seaweed

1 Tbsp

Instructions

  1. Add ¾ cup water and remaining ingredients (except agar) to a blender; blend until smooth.
  2. Set a small saucepan over medium-high heat; add remaining ¾ cup water and agar. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, 5 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat; stir in cashew mixture. Pour into a 5 to 6-inch round cheese mold; chill 2 to 3 hours.
  4. Remove from mold; slice into 12 equal wedges.
  5. Serving size: 1 wedge

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