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Easy Homemade Vegan Mozzarella Cheese

This easy homemade vegan mozzarella cheese recipe will satisfy all your gooey, cheesy desires with tangy, savory, and Italian-herb flavor.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Vegan
Servings: 8
Calories: 81kcal
Author: Denise Perrault

Ingredients

  • ½ cup raw cashews
  • 1 ⅓ cups plant milk
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary or Italian herb blend
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoons garlic powder
  • 4 tablespoons tapioca starch or tapioca flour
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Instructions

  • Soak the cashews. Place the cashews in a small bowl and cover them with boiling water. Allow them to soak for 15 minutes.
  • Blend the ingredients. Drain and rinse the soaked cashews and transfer them to a blender or food processor. Add the rest of the ingredients and blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  • Cook the mixture. Transfer the mixture to a small saucepan and set the heat to medium. Begin stirring the mozzarella mixture using a whisk or spoon. As soon as the mixture heats, it will start clumping. And then, presto! You've got stretchy mozzarella.
  • Transfer the mozzarella. Spoon the mozzarella into a small bowl and allow it to cool and set. It will thicken a little more. You can also serve it immediately as a dip or add it to pizzas, sandwiches, lasagna, and more creations.

Notes

  • The best way to brown mozzarella is to grill it in the oven. It will only slightly melt, but it definitely browns and crisps.
  • Allow any leftover cheese to cool to room temperature, and then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Mozzarella will keep for 4-5 days.
  • If you want firmer mozzarella, replace 2 teaspoons of tapioca starch with 2 agar agar flakes. Place the mozzarella into a mold or small bowl and cool it. This should yield more of a cheese block.
  • Experiment with different spices to make your own unique brand of vegan mozzarella. Add a dash of liquid smoke, smoked paprika, or chipotle powder if you want a smoky flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 81kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 311mg | Potassium: 80mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 82IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 1mg