5-Minute Vegan Cheese Sauce

ByHannah Peterson

My Viral 5-Minute Vegan Cheese Sauce (Ultra Creamy & Addictive!)

This is the vegan cheese sauce I’ve been making for almost 15 years—long before cashew cheese was everywhere. It’s the one friends beg for, the one that converts skeptics, and the one that somehow makes everything taste better 😍🌱

No dairy. No weird ingredients. Ready in 5 minutes.

This sauce is proof that vegan food doesn’t mean missing out.

🛒 Ingredients (Simple & Pantry-Friendly)

  • 1 cup raw cashews (soaked 10 min in hot water, then drained)
  • ¾ cup hot water
  • ¼ cup nutritional yeast
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
  • ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • Optional: pinch of cayenne or chili powder

⚡ How to Make It (Seriously Easy)

1️⃣ Add everything to a high-speed blender
2️⃣ Blend until silky smooth and glossy
3️⃣ Taste and adjust salt, lemon, or spice
4️⃣ Done. Pour. Devour. 🥹🧀

That’s it. No cooking. No thickening agents. Just magic.

🍽 How to Use This Vegan Cheese Sauce

This sauce is incredibly versatile:

  • 🥨 Nachos & fries
  • 🍝 Mac & “cheese”
  • 🥦 Steamed veggies
  • 🌮 Tacos & burritos
  • 🍔 Burgers & sandwiches
  • 🥔 Baked potatoes

Pro tip: Warm gently on the stove for a thicker, gooier texture.

🔥 Flavor Variations

  • Spicy: Add jalapeños or extra cayenne
  • Smoky: Use chipotle powder
  • Cheddar-style: Add extra nutritional yeast
  • Garlic lover: Toss in a fresh clove

🧊 Storage Tips

  • Fridge: up to 5 days in a sealed jar
  • Reheat: stove or microwave (add a splash of water if needed)

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