Homemade Vegan Mozzarella Recipe

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Homemade Vegan Mozzarella Recipe

This vegan mozzarella is creamy, stretchy, and perfect for pizzas, sandwiches, or just eating on its own. Made from simple plant-based ingredients, it melts beautifully and has a mild, fresh flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw cashews (soaked for at least 4 hours or overnight)

  • 1 cup water

  • 3 tablespoons tapioca starch (for stretchiness)

  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (for cheesy flavor)

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

  • 1 teaspoon onion powder (optional)

Instructions

1. Soak and Drain Cashews
Drain the soaked cashews and rinse them well.

2. Blend Ingredients
Add cashews, water, tapioca starch, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder to a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.

3. Cook the Mixture
Pour the mixture into a saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously with a spatula or whisk as it heats. After a few minutes, it will start to thicken and become stretchy—this usually takes around 5-7 minutes.

4. Shape the Mozzarella
Once thick and stretchy, transfer the mixture into a mold or container lined with plastic wrap or parchment paper. Smooth the surface.

5. Chill and Set
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the mozzarella firm up.

6. Serve and Enjoy
Slice or shred your vegan mozzarella to use in your favorite dishes!

Tips

  • For a firmer texture, use less water or add a bit more tapioca starch.

  • Use soaked cashews for the creamiest, smoothest result.

  • Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy depth but can be skipped or adjusted to taste.

  • This mozzarella melts beautifully on pizzas or paninis—try it out!

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