Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 2
Looking for a nutritious, dairy-free alternative to traditional cheese? Cashew-Based Protein Cheese Cubes are the perfect plant-powered snack! These creamy, protein-rich cheese cubes are made from blended cashews and packed with flavor. Whether enjoyed on their own, added to salads, or paired with crackers, they make for a delicious and healthy treat!
Ingredients For Cashew-Based Protein Cheese Cubes
✨For the Cheese Base:
☑1 cup raw cashews (soaked for 2–4 hours)
☑¼ cup nutritional yeast (for a cheesy flavor)
☑1 teaspoon🥄 lemon juice
☑½ teaspoon🥄 garlic powder
☑½ teaspoon🥄 onion powder
☑½ teaspoon🥄 sea salt
☑½ teaspoon🥄 turmeric (for color)
☑1 tablespoon🥄 olive oil or melted coconut oil
☑½ cup water (adjust for desired consistency)
☑2 tablespoons🥄 unflavored plant-based protein powder (optional)
☑1 tablespoon🥄 agar-agar powder (for firmness)
Cooking Steps ForCashew-Based Protein Cheese Cubes
- 🥧Blend the Ingredients
Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a blender.
Add nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, turmeric, and olive oil.
Blend with water until smooth and creamy. - 🥧Activate the Agar-Agar
In a saucepan, mix the agar-agar with ¼ cup water and bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring continuously for 2 minutes until it thickens. - 🥧Combine and Set
Pour the blended cashew mixture into the saucepan and stir well.
Transfer the mixture into a greased mold or container and smooth the surface.
Let it cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
🥧Cut and Serve
Once set, cut into cubes and enjoy on their own or as part of your favorite dish!“Creamy, cheesy, and protein-packed! Cashew-Based Protein Cheese Cubes are a delicious, dairy-free alternative for snack time or meal prep. Who’s ready to give these plant-based cubes a try?”
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