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(Last Updated On: February 17, 2022)

Easy Vegan Mac and Cheese

This delicious vegan mac and cheese recipe is creamy, flavorful and irresistible!

 

Made with sharp vegan cheddar, coconut milk, dairy-free butter and a bit of paprika.

 

This is the ultimate comfort food that is simple to make and has minimal ingredients.

 

It’s perfect for the holidays or alongside dinner!

The best way to make homemade mac and cheese is to bake it at the end.

 

It helps the noodles absorb some of the cheese sauce while still being creamy and delicious.

 

I also added a simple vegan butter and breadcrumb topping for some texture on top!

Vegan Mac and Cheese Sauce Nut Free

The secret to making the best homemade mac and cheese is to start the sauce with a roux.

 

This is just cooking flour and vegan butter together, adding a creamy milk and paprika and letting this thicken, and then stirring in the cheese.

 

Just using cheese doesn’t give you the same texture, and the taste can be a bit overpowering.

 

This is the ultimate way to make vegan mac and cheese!

There are many vegan cheeses you can use for this recipe, but I loved simply using vegan cheddar.

 

You can always mix it with a bit of your favorite type of cheese, but cheddar is always a good option.

 

I used the Whole Foods brand and it came out great!

 

Some vegan cheeses I don’t care for as much, so this is always a good option along with Miyoko’s, Chao and Go Veggie (not sponsored, just delicious!).

How to Make Mac and Cheese Without Cashews

Making the Dairy-Free Cheese Sauce

To make this yummy vegan mac and cheese recipe, start by adding your vegan butter to a large pan over medium heat.

 

When it’s completely melted, sprinkle in the flour and cook for two minutes, whisking constantly.

 

You want to cook out the raw flour taste and give the mixture a golden brown color.

 

Then, add the coconut milk, salt, pepper and paprika and cook for 5-10 minutes, whisking often.

 

Once it’s thickened (you can test this by dipping a spatula in the mixture, and if it coats the spatula and some stays stuck to it, it’s ready for the next step.

 

Now add the vegan cheddar and mix until it’s smooth – not all vegan cheeses are the same, so this may take a few minutes depending on what brand you use.

 

But don’t worry, it will eventually become smooth, even if you have to keep the heat on for a bit – I usually whisk towards the end to bring everything together.

Baking Vegan Mac and Cheese

Now, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.

 

Once your cheese sauce is fully mixed and smooth, pour over your cooked pasta and coat evenly.

 

Pour into a lightly oiled 9×5 baking pan and spread out.

Mix together your breadcrumbs and melted vegan butter topping, and evenly sprinkle over the top of the pasta and gently pat down.

Bake, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is nice and golden brown!

Best Vegan Mac and Cheese Recipe

This tasty and simple pasta recipe is such a classic and traditional comfort food.

 

Mac and cheese is always a good idea, and this recipe is ready in no time and sure to please vegans and omnivores alike.

 

It’s always best fresh, but can keep covered in the fridge for up to three days – it heats up just fine in the microwave!

CAN YOU MAKE MAC AND CHEESE WITHOUT MILK?

But of course! This recipe using canned coconut milk makes mac and cheese that is creamier and tastier than any dairy based recipe!

 

I also love that it’s very pantry friendly and you can keep the milk on hand for whenever you’re ready to cook.

This recipe is:

• Easy
• Vegan
• Creamy
• Flavorful
• Delicious
• Comforting
• Dairy-Free

 

Check out these other vegan comfort food recipes!

Vegan Roasted Red Pepper Pasta

Creamy Vegan Vodka Pasta

Creamy Vegan Pumpkin Pasta

Vegan Mediterranean Pasta Salad

Vegan Baked Scalloped Potatoes

Best Homemade Vegan Spaghetti

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