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Vegan Brie-licious Delight

Indulge in This Creamy Cashew-Based Vegan Brie

8servings
40 min
Easy
Worth the slow weekend prepMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Vegan Brie-licious Delight

About this recipe

Experience the indulgence of brie without the dairy. This vegan brie is crafted from creamy cashews, offering a luxurious texture and a tangy flavor that's perfect for your cheese platters. It's an easy recipe that will satisfy both vegans and non-vegans alike.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups raw cashews, soaked overnight
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup refined coconut oil, melted
  • 1/4 cup tapioca starch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

Directions

  1. 1

    Drain and rinse the soaked cashews.

  2. 2

    Combine cashews, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, coconut oil, tapioca starch, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and thyme in a blender.

  3. 3

    Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.

  4. 4

    Transfer to a saucepan over medium heat and stir constantly until it thickens, about 7 minutes.

  5. 5

    Line a small round dish with cheesecloth or plastic wrap and pour the mixture in.

  6. 6

    Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.

  7. 7

    Serve with crackers, bread, or fresh fruit as desired.

Chef's tip

For added flavor, try serving with a drizzle of truffle oil or a side of fig jam.

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