We are looking for a thick consistency.įor the cheese to change state from hard to melted, we will need two things: tapioca starch / flour (this makes it stretch) and kappa carrageenan, which is a seaweed-based substance that makes it harden but also melt. Softer tofu will work, but you may need to add less batter. Soaked cashews or sunflower seeds will also work. What You’ll NeedĪs usual, I used tofu to make this cheese-about half of a 16 oz block.
This cheddar does require an ingredient you’ll most likely have to purchase online, so let’s talk about the ingredients for this recipe. My hope is that this nut-free vegan cheese will work for everyone, and I can keep producing new and interesting flavors. I tested a format of this new recipe on my recent vegan feta cheese, which has worked for everyone who’s tried it (and told me about it, anyway), so I feel more confident in this cheese. I wanted to produce a hard cheddar block that could do all that and more, and was easier to make. Many of you come specifically to me for nut-free vegan cheese, like my very popular vegan mozzarella. I know I already have a vegan cheddar cheese recipe, but some of you had issues making it, and even though it worked every time for me, I wanted to do better. Hey Internet, I’ve got another new cheese for you! Vegan cheddar cheese that shreds, slices, and most importantly, melts!
