Name: Creamy Vegan Cashew Cheese Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 5
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 cup raw cashews; 2 cups water, or more as needed; 4 tablespoons nutritional yeast flakes; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 tablespoons classic deli mustard (such as Grey Poupon®); Ground black pepper to taste

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Cashew Cheese Sauce

Aug 29, 2025
by Adrain Koepp
- 3.0 / 5 ( 1 Ratings)
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PREP TIME

10 mins
COOK TIME

10 mins
TOTAL TIME

30 mins
SERVING

5 People
VIEWS

3

Indulge in the creamy decadence of this plant-based marvel! This cashew-based sauce mimics the rich, comforting flavors of cheese without any dairy or soy. Perfect for drizzling over pasta, dipping vegetables, or creating a luxurious vegan mac 'n' cheese.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

1 cup raw cashews

2 cups water, or more as needed

4 tablespoons nutritional yeast flakes

2 tablespoons cornstarch

2 tablespoons classic deli mustard (such as Grey Poupon®)

Ground black pepper to taste

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

15 g
Fiber

3 g
Protein

7 g
Saturated Fat

3 g
Sodium

160 mg
Sugar

1 g
Fat

13 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Rinse the raw cashews under warm water and place them in a bowl. Cover with hot water and let them soak for at least 10 minutes to soften. (10 minutes)

02

Step

In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine 2 cups of water, nutritional yeast, cornstarch, and deli mustard. Blend on high speed for 1 minute until well combined. Add the soaked and drained cashews to the blender. (1 minute)

03

Step

Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, about 1 1/2 minutes or longer, depending on your blender's power. Ensure no cashew pieces remain for the best texture. (1.5 minutes)

04

Step

Transfer the blended sauce to a medium saucepan. Cook over low heat, whisking constantly to prevent sticking, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency, about 5 to 7 minutes. (5-7 minutes)

05

Step

If the sauce becomes too thick, add more water, a tablespoon at a time, until you reach the perfect consistency. Season generously with freshly ground black pepper to taste.

For an extra smooth sauce, use a high-powered blender and soak the cashews for a longer period, even up to 30 minutes.
Adjust the amount of nutritional yeast to taste. More yeast will result in a stronger 'cheesy' flavor.
Experiment with different mustards! A spicy brown mustard or even a touch of Dijon can add a unique twist.
This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently over low heat, whisking frequently, and adding a splash of water if needed.

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