Vegan Tofu Cream Cheese
This tofu cream cheese is so easy to make, loaded with flavor, fully dairy-free and also nut-free. Makes for a delicious savory spread over bagels, but also amazing in sandwiches, stirred in creamy pasta dishes or to dollop over pizza. It is high in plant-based protein and can help you feel full longer!
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 46kcal
Equipment
- Food processor
Ingredients
- 454 g extra firm tofu (or one block)
- 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar lemon juice works too
- 2-4 tbsp plant-based milk (oat or soy for nut-free) or as much as needed for desired consistency
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
Optional herbed flavoring (see notes)
- 1 tbsp dried chives
- ½ tbsp dried dill
Instructions
- Roll the block of tofu in a clean towel and gently press the tofu to remove as much water as you can.
- Then, break up the tofu in a food processor and add the apple cider vinegar, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder and plant-based milk (start with 2 tablespoons). Process until ultra smooth and creamy taking a few breaks to scrape the walls. Then, adjust the consistency by adding 1 tablespoon of plant-based milk at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- Once the mixture is smooth, then add the dried chives and dill and pulse a few times.
- Use right away or chill first for a few hours for more pronounced flavors and improved spreadable texture.
Video
Notes
- Store in the fridge for 4-5 days in an air-tight container (do not freeze).
- Other flavoring ideas in place of the dried chives and dill are: sun-dried tomatoes, fresh herbs, fresh garlic, olives, jalapeño, canned green chiles and so much more.
- Use over bagels, but also add to pasta dishes, dollop over pizza or focaccia, spread in sandwiches or simply use as a high protein dip for veggies or crackers.
- Nutrition: please note that the nutritional information is an estimate per serving provided for informational purposes only (calculated by software) and accuracy is not guaranteed. Consult with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if you need precise nutrition calculations for health reasons.
Nutrition
Calories: 46kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 329mg | Potassium: 164mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 43IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg