Gluten-Free Cashew Cheese Dip

This luxuriously creamy and savory cashew cheese dip, boasting a rich, cheesy flavor without any dairy. Its smooth texture and satisfying umami notes make it the perfect accompaniment to your favorite gluten-free crackers or fresh vegetables.

Prep: 5 min Total: 25 min Serves: 4

At a glance: This easy snacks recipe yields 4 servings in about 25 minutes (5 min prep). It uses 7 ingredients — including raw cashews, nutritional yeast, lemon juice — and walks through 5 steps. Updated October 25, 2026. Browse more snacks recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.

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Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Cashew Cheese Dip: When preparing this snacks recipe, nutritional yeast and smoked paprika vary by brand, so choose ones labeled gluten-free, and buy cashews packed rather than from a bulk bin. Wash the blender if it last blended oats.

Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Cashew Cheese Dip: This recipe is naturally gluten-free, relying on whole food ingredients. Ensure all purchased spices and nutritional yeast are gluten-free to avoid cross-contamination.

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Ingredients

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1 cup raw cashews, soaked Shop
2 tbsp nutritional yeast Shop
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 clove garlic
0.5 tsp salt
0.25 tsp smoked paprika Shop
2-4 tbsp water, as needed for consistency

Instructions

1 Drain the soaked raw cashews thoroughly. Add the drained cashews to a high-speed blender or food processor. Include the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic clove, salt, and smoked paprika in the blender.
2 Begin blending the ingredients on low speed, gradually increasing to high. While blending, slowly drizzle in 2 tablespoons of water. Continue to blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed, which should take about 3-5 minutes.
3 If the dip is too thick, add more water, one tablespoon at a time, blending after each addition until your desired consistency is reached. Aim for a thick but dippable texture, similar to a traditional cheese dip.
4 Taste the cashew cheese dip and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt, lemon juice, or smoked paprika to enhance the flavor profile. Blend for another 30 seconds to ensure all flavors are well incorporated.
5 Transfer the finished cashew cheese dip to a serving bowl. Serve immediately with your favorite gluten-free crackers, vegetable sticks, or as a spread on gluten-free bread. The dip can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition (per serving)

270

Calories

Protein

24g

Carbs

12g

Fat

Fiber

180mg

Sodium

Tips & Notes

Soak the cashews in hot water for 30 minutes if you didn't soak them overnight.
A high-speed blender gives the smoothest dip. Scrape down the sides often.
Add a small pinch of mustard powder or a little miso labeled gluten-free for a sharper cheese flavor.

Common questions

How long does Gluten-Free Cashew Cheese Dip take?

Gluten-Free Cashew Cheese Dip takes about 25 minutes, including resting time: 5 minutes to prep, for 4 servings.

What should I check before making Gluten-Free Cashew Cheese Dip with celiac disease?

Written with gluten-free ingredients. Use products labeled gluten-free, check labels, and ask your clinician about your own needs.

What cross-contamination risk is specific to Gluten-Free Cashew Cheese Dip?

Check raw cashews, soaked, nutritional yeast, lemon juice before they go into Gluten-Free Cashew Cheese Dip. Nutritional yeast and smoked paprika vary by brand, so choose ones labeled gluten-free, and buy cashews packed rather than from a bulk bin. Wash the blender if it last blended oats.

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