Creamy Vegan Hemp Cheese (Nut-Free, Dairy-Free)
Yields: 1 cup
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Setting Time: 24 hours
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
✅ 100% dairy-free & nut-free (allergy-friendly!)
✅ Packed with plant-based protein & healthy fats
✅ No cashews or soy required (unlike most vegan cheeses)
✅ Versatile for spreads, dips, or slicing
Ingredients:
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3 cups warm water (for blending)
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1 cup Hempbuti Hemp Hearts (Click to Buy)
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2 tsp sea salt (adjust to taste)
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1 tsp cumin (or sub garlic powder/turmeric for flavor variations)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Make Hemp Milk Base
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Blend warm water + hemp hearts on high for 3 minutes until smooth.
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Strain through a nut milk bag or fine sieve, reserving the milk (discard pulp or repurpose for baking).
2. Form Cheese Curds
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Pour hemp milk into a saucepan. Add salt + cumin.
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Simmer on medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until curds form (~15-20 mins).
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Once most liquid evaporates, strain curds through a sieve, pressing out excess moisture.
3. Press & Set
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Transfer curds to a cheesecloth-lined container.
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Place a heavy weight (like a can or book) on top to press.
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Refrigerate for 24 hours to firm up.
Ways to Use Hemp Cheese:
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Spread on crackers or toast
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Crumble over salads or tacos
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Slice for vegan charcuterie boards
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Melt into pasta sauces (adds creaminess)
Pro Tips:
🔹 Flavor Boosters: Add nutritional yeast, garlic powder, or lemon juice for tang.
🔹 Softer Cheese? Reduce pressing time to 12 hours.
🔹 Firmer Texture? Press for 48 hours.
Health Benefits of Hemp Cheese:
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Rich in omega-3s & complete protein (all 9 essential amino acids!)
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Digestible alternative to dairy or nut-based cheeses
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Naturally gluten-free & soy-free
This homemade hemp cheese is a game-changer for vegan diets—offering a savory, spreadable cheese without nuts or dairy. Plus, it’s more affordable than store-bought vegan cheeses!
Ready to try it? Your plant-based charcuterie board awaits! 🧀🌱
