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Vegan cream cheese substitute on slice of bread.

Tofu Cream Cheese For Dip and Spread

Harriet
Tofu cream cheese is a simple, smooth dairy-free alternative that you can use as a spread, a spread, or a dip. You can easily flavor this basic recipe to make delicious and healthy savory spreads.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Soaking cashews 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
ESTIMATED COST : $3.45 or $0.35 a serve
Course Condiment
Cuisine Western
Servings 10 x 2 tablepoon servings (or about 1 ⅓ cups)
Calories 51 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 250 grams (8.8 ounces) extra firm tofu – (1 block) pressed
  • ¼ cup raw cashews
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 4 teaspoons white miso paste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • salt or to taste
  • Water as needed

Instructions
 

  • Drain the tofu for about 20 minutes to remove excess moisture.
  • Place the cashews in a mug and cover with boiling water and soak for about 5 - 10 minutes to soften, and drain well.
  • Break the tofu into small pieces and place it into a blender with the other ingredients. Blend until it becomes smooth and creamy.
  • If the mixture is too thick, blend in 1-2 teaspoons of water at a time until the correct consistency is achieved.
Nutrition Facts
Tofu Cream Cheese For Dip and Spread
Serving Size
 
1 = 2 level tablespoons (32 grams, 1.1 ounces)
Amount per Serving
Calories
51
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
3
g
5
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Monounsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0
g
Trans Fat
 
0
g
Cholesterol
 
0
mg
0
%
Sodium
 
119
mg
5
%
Potassium
 
80
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
 
3
g
1
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
4
g
8
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.