Published 10/31/2023 When the temperature drops below 40ºF in Minnesota, it’s officially comfort food season. We’re talking soups, stews, chilis, and anything with noodles! This vegan mac and cheese always hits the spot on a cool day – it’s creamy, comforting, and quick to make. If you’re looking for an easy homemade vegan mac and cheese recipe, give this twist on classic mac and cheese a try. Vegan mac and cheese is one of our new favorite recipes and features a vegan cashew cheese sauce made with soaked cashews and nutritional yeast (the secret ingredient). Ever since we made vegan queso, we’ve been experimenting with other cashew cheese sauces!
What is in vegan mac and cheese?
Cashews Hot Sauce + Vinegar Nutritional Yeast Spices Noodles
Vegan Mac and Cheese Variations
Veggies: Mix in your favorite kind of roasted or steamed vegetable. We love adding roasted broccoli, but peas, mushrooms, or red peppers would all be delicious. Noodles: Any kind of noodle works! Try elbow shells, fusilli, cavatappi, gemelli, or even a gluten free noodle.
Storage
If you have any leftovers, store vegan mac and cheese in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. When ready to enjoy, reheat in the microwave. The noodles continue to absorb moisture even after they’re originally cooked, so you may need to add a splash of water to any leftovers.
Vegan Recipes
Thai Coconut Quinoa Bowls Superfood Detox Salad Quinoa Chili Sweet Potato Lentil Stew Black Bean Burgers Vegan Broccoli and Cheese Casserole
Freezing Vegan Mac and Cheese
Because this mac is dairy free, it freezes wonderfully! For best results, freeze vegan mac and cheese in individual servings in freezer-safe containers. Freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, let thaw in the refrigerator, then reheat in the microwave or oven.
Serving Suggestions
This mac and cheese is oh so delish on its own, but feel free to get creative and add your favorite mac and cheese toppings like:
Steamed broccoli or roasted broccoli (we love broccoli + mac!) Roasted brussels sprouts Steamed peas Sautéed mushrooms Roasted red peppers Hot sauce Bread crumbs
If you aren’t vegan and want to keep this recipe dairy-free only, top with: seared ahi tuna, honey sriracha shredded chicken, pulled BBQ chicken, honey garlic shredded chicken, or chopped bacon.
