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Vegan Smoked Gouda Recipe

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4.1 from 12 reviews

This vegan smoked gouda recipe delivers a creamy, smoky, and sliceable cheese alternative made from full-fat coconut milk, flavored with liquid smoke and nutritional yeast. Perfect for those seeking a dairy-free cheese with a distinct smoky gouda taste, this easy stovetop recipe sets in just a few hours and can be sliced or melted in your favorite dishes.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings (about 2 cups cheese)

Ingredients

Cheese Base

  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup hot water
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
  • 2 tablespoons agar agar powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons liquid smoke (hickory flavored) or 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Prepare Molds: Spray a glass bowl or container with cooking spray or rub neutral-flavored oil inside to prevent sticking. This will hold about 2 cups of cheese.
  2. Combine Liquids: Pour the coconut milk into a saucepan. Rinse the empty can with 1/2 cup hot water to collect all remaining coconut milk and add this water to the saucepan.
  3. Add Ingredients: Add salt, nutritional yeast, agar agar powder, garlic powder, and liquid smoke (or smoked paprika) into the saucepan. Whisk together until fully combined.
  4. Heat Mixture: Place the saucepan on medium heat, stirring frequently to avoid lumps, and bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Simmer and Stir: Reduce the heat to keep the mixture at a gentle boil. Stir constantly for 6 minutes until the mixture becomes very smooth and thickened.
  6. Pour and Set: Immediately pour the thickened mixture into the prepared molds.
  7. Cool and Refrigerate: Let the cheese cool uncovered at room temperature for about 15 minutes, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until the cheese is firm and sliceable.

Notes

  • Use agar agar powder instead of flakes, as powder has stronger gelling properties.
  • For a less smoky flavor, reduce the liquid smoke to 1 tablespoon.
  • The cheese will keep in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Allow the cheese to come to room temperature slightly before slicing for easier cuts.
  • You can substitute smoked paprika if liquid smoke is unavailable, but the smoky flavor will be milder.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Cheese, Vegan Dairy Alternative
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Vegan, Plant-Based
  • Diet: Vegan

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/vegan-smoked-gouda-recipe/