Vegetarian, Vegan, Snacks

Vegan Nacho Cheese


If you love cheesy nachos but want to skip the dairy, this vegan nacho cheese recipe is perfect for you. Made with creamy cashews, tasty spices, and a little jalapeño for a kick, it’s smooth, rich, and full of flavor. This cashew nacho cheese is easy to make and can become your favorite plant-based cheese sauce.

You can pour it over vegan nachos, drizzle it on tacos, stir it into
burrito bowls, or use it as a dip for veggies. Every bite is creamy and
satisfying — all without any dairy.

It’s simple to make ahead and keep in the fridge, so it’s ready whenever you need a quick, delicious addition to a meal or snack. Whether you’re cooking for a plant-based family, hosting a game night, or just want a tasty cheese sauce, this recipe is creamy, flavorful, and easy to love.

Vegan Nacho Cheese
Servings

5

Prep time

30 minutes

Cooking Time

15 minutes

Ingredients

2 cups Madame Sarah Raw Cashews

Water (for boiling)

2 cups almond milk (plus more as needed for texture)

4 garlic cloves

1 jalapeño pepper, diced

2 Tbsp nutritional yeast

1 tsp olive oil

2 Tbsp complete seasoning

2 Tbsp Madame Sarah Granulated Onion

2 tsp Madame Sarah Granulated Garlic

1 Tbsp turmeric

1 Tbsp paprika

1 Tbsp Dijon mustard

Directions

1.    Boil the Cashews
Rinse the raw cashews thoroughly. Add them to a pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Boil for 25 minutes until softened. Drain well.

2.    Blend the Sauce
Add the boiled cashews to a high-speed blender along with the rest of the ingredients. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.

3.    Adjust & Finish
If the texture is too thick, add more almond milk a little at a time until smooth and pourable. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.