Looking for a new way to enjoy your favorite dishes? Well, look no further! This vegan cream cheese recipe with creamy texture is very easy and simple.
It only takes minutes of prep time before you get an amazing Italian flavor in every bite with the most luxurious texture ever-not too rich or heavy at all but still extremely satisfying thanks to its Silky Cashew Cream Cheese filling that's full of robust flavors from sun dried tomatoes & roasted bell peppers mixed together just right, so they come through loudest where ever possible.
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The Plant Based Tuscan cream cheese dip is perfect for game day appetizers or any time you want to enjoy an amazing, indulgent treat. The recipe was inspired by my basic homemade vegan "cream" cheeses that I make at home with love and care in order to bring the same rich flavors of dairy-based alternatives!
Similar recipe is my Herb Cream Cheese Recipe, and maybe you like also my Greek Olive Cream Cheese. Those are all oil-free recipes (no need for olive oil) that the entire family will love.
If you used to like recipes like Tuscan Chicken Pasta Recipe or Sun Dried Tomato Alfredo, then you will like this recipe.
Ingredients
Just a quick list of the following ingredients you will need for this recipe. See recipe card below for quantities and the full recipe you can also print out!
- Vegan Cream Cheese
- Sun Dried Tomatoes
- Roasted Bell Peppers
- Dried Oregano
- Dried Basil
Instructions
Take one third of my vegan cream cheese recipe. It is around 1 cup. Add the finely chopped sun dried tomatoes and roasted bell peppers and herbs to the cheese and give it a good stir until well combined. Season to your own taste buds to get savory flavors.
Hint: If you want it even creamier, add some more coconut milk!
Substitutions
- Cream Cheese: You can make my cheese recipe or use different vegan versions like a tofu cream cheese. You could also use a vegan mascarpone.
- Sun Dried Tomatoes: Here you have the option to use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes or those without oil. If you use those without oil, I do prefer those, then soak them first in some hot water.
- Roasted Peppers: I usually buy my roasted bell peppers in a jar, but you could also roast them in your oven. The jar option is quicker to prepare.
- Herbs: Instead of Oregano and Basil, you can also use an Italian Seasoning. The depth of flavor is up to you, how much of the herbs you want to add to your dairy free cream cheese alternative. You can also add fresh herbs instead of dried herbs.
Variations
- Spicy: Add some extra flavor like red pepper flakes to it. If you like spicy, you are going to love it. You can also add some Pepperoncini to this plant based spread.
- Lemon: Fresh lemon juice or lemon zest add some zing to soft cheeses. And you can use less sea salt in the recipe. You can also add a splash of apple cider vinegar.
- Extra Nutritional Yeast: You want some extra cheese flavor? Add some nooch to your dairy-free alternative to get the perfect vegan cheese flavor.
- Fresh Garlic: You love Garlic Flavor? Why not add a garlic note to this cream cheese. Just mince the garlic clove super finely, and you got some nice flavor.
- Black Pepper: Sprinkle Some fresh ground black pepper over this delicious spread.
- Sunflower Seeds: Do you want to add some crunchy in your spread. Add some sunflower seeds to it. Or just sprinkle some to garnish.
Equipment
You are going to need a small stirring bowl, a spoon or a whisk.
Serving Suggestions
Here I want to give you some ideas how to serve this dairy-free option.
As a Spread
- Crackers (Crispbread)
- Bagel
- Sandwich
Pasta Dishes
Make a creamy pasta sauce with it, just add a vegetable broth or plant-based milk like almond milk, white beans, miso paste, fresh spinach, and you got yourself a delicious weeknight meal option. And of course, cook the pasta al dente. Thanks to the raw cashews in this cheesy spread, this will my a nice cream sauce to add with your favorite pasta.
Storage
This plant based spreadable cheese will last in an airtight container in the fridge up to 2 weeks! This is great for meal prep.
You can also freeze it in an airtight container. And just thaw it the day before you need it!
More Vegan Cheese Recipes
📖 Recipe
Vegan Tuscan Cream Cheese
Ingredients
- 1 cup vegan cream cheese
- ¼ cup sun dried tomatoes chopped
- ¼ cup roasted bell pepper chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Take one third of my vegan cream cheese recipe. It is around 1 cup. Add the finely chopped sun dried tomatoes and roasted bell peppers and herbs to the cheese and give it a good stir until well combined. Season to your own taste buds to get savory flavors.
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