Brazil nut cheese Recipe
Brazilian-inspired · Condiment · 15 min total
A creamy, dairy-free cheese alternative made from Brazil nuts, perfect for spreading on crackers or using in vegan recipes.
15
min prep
min prep
8
servings
servings
120
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw Brazil nuts
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup water, plus more as needed
Instructions
- Place Brazil nuts in a bowl and cover with water. Soak for at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse.
- In a high-speed blender, combine soaked Brazil nuts, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, salt, garlic powder, and 1/4 cup water.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed. Add more water 1 tablespoon at a time if too thick.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if desired.
- Transfer to a container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up before serving.
Tips
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- For a firmer texture, add 1 tablespoon of agar agar powder and simmer for 5 minutes before refrigerating.
- Serve with crackers, bread, or as a spread in sandwiches.
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