Vegan Cheese Sauce

A creamy and delicious sauce is perfect for adding a cheesy touch to your favorite dishes without any dairy. It’s simple to make and packed with flavor, making it a great plant-based alternative everyone will love.

Tips From The Kitchen

Blend the sauce until completely smooth for the best texture.
Adjust the thickness by adding more plant milk if it’s too thick or cooking longer if too thin.
Warm the sauce gently to avoid clumping or separating.

Ingredients 0/9

1 cup raw cashews 2 ½ cups hot water, divided 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast 2 tablespoons fresh salsa 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped 1 teaspoon ancho chile powder 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard ¾ teaspoon ground cumin ¾ teaspoon kosher salt

Why This Recipe Is So Good

This sauce is creamy, rich, and full of flavor without any dairy. It's perfect for those who want a healthier, plant-based alternative that doesn’t compromise on taste. Plus, it’s easy to make with simple ingredients you likely already have.

Directions

Put the cashews in a bowl and pour half of the hot water over them. Let them soak for about 5 minutes, then drain. Next, add the soaked cashews to a blender along with the rest of the hot water, nutritional yeast, salsa, garlic, ancho chile powder, Dijon mustard, cumin, and salt. Start blending on a low setting and gradually turn the speed up as everything starts to come together. Blend for around 2 minutes until smooth and creamy. If the sauce feels too thick, just add a little more hot water until it’s the consistency you like—something pourable but still rich.

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By Michael Davis

Michael enjoys creating straightforward meals that are easy to prepare at home.

Best Pairings For This Dish

Use this sauce as a dip for veggies, a topping for baked potatoes, or a creamy addition to pasta dishes. It also works great drizzled over roasted vegetables or as a base for vegan nachos.

How To Store Leftovers

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of plant milk if needed to restore smoothness. Avoid freezing, as the texture may change.