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Cheddar Cheese

Dairy

A sharp, flavorful semi-hard cheese used in sandwiches, sauces, baked dishes, and as a topping.

3 substitutes

Substitutes

1:1

Blend soaked cashews with nutritional yeast, lemon, garlic, and salt. Can be made into a spreadable cheese or a melty sauce by adding more liquid.

✅Best for: sandwiches, dips, sauces, pizza

⚠️Not for: nut-free recipes

1:1 by weight

Smoked tofu has a similar firm texture and savory flavor. Crumble or slice as needed. Not a perfect match but works in many cooked dishes.

✅Best for: sandwiches, scrambles, wraps

⚠️Not for: melting applications

1:1

Similar melt and sharpness. Excellent in hot applications. More expensive but a quality dairy-based substitute.

✅Best for: gratins, quiches, sandwiches, fondue

⚠️Not for: vegan recipes