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A creamy vegan cheese log coated in crunchy pecans and fresh herbs is perfect for holiday parties served with crackers and veggies. This recipe is super easy, delicious, and versatile! (gluten-free, soy-free and nut-free options)<\/p>\n

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This is a wow-worthy, super easy vegan cheese log that you can whip up for any party, potluck, or holiday gathering. It\u2019s delicious, cheesy, and creamy with a fantastic pecan-herb crumb which adds wonderful texture and flavor.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The holiday cheese log pairs beautifully with all kinds of veggies, crudites, crackers, fruit, or even spicy jams and chutneys. It\u2019s perfect on a charcuterie board served with mango chutney<\/a> and paired with one of my cheese balls, like my Jalapeno popper cheese ball. <\/a><\/p>\n

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You can also use this creamy cheese as a spread for baguettes or bagels or even to make grilled cheese, quesadillas, or mac and cheese. For mac and cheese, just add some stock to a pan, heat it up with the cheese log to make a sauce, and toss in your cooked pasta of choice.\u00a0<\/p>\n

This vegan cheese log recipe is flexible and easy to adapt to your flavor profile. Try adding paprika and jerk seasoning, Cajun spices<\/a>, or extra red pepper flakes for a spicy version.<\/p>\n

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Why You\u2019ll Love this Vegan Cheese Log<\/h2>\n
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  • creamy vegan cheese log coated in crunchy toasted pecans and fresh herbs<\/li>\n
  • perfect for parties, potlucks, cheese boards, and charcuterie boards<\/li>\n
  • easy to make and versatile! Try different base and seasoning options.<\/li>\n
  • easy to make gluten-free, soy-free, and\/or, nut-free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      Soak the cashews<\/strong>, if you haven\u2019t already. Drain the cashews<\/strong> and add them to a blender with all the cheese log ingredients<\/strong>. Blend for one minute, then let the mixture sit for five minutes. Blend again for 30 seconds, and check the texture. It should be creamy with no gritty cashew pieces. If it\u2019s still grainy, blend again for another 30 seconds to a minute until completely smooth.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Heat a medium to large skillet over medium heat, and add the blended cheese mixture<\/strong>. Cook, stirring frequently, until it starts to bubble and thicken. It will get lumpy at first. Just keep stirring, and it will smooth out and thicken evenly. Once the mixture has thickened evenly, turn off the heat and let it cool for 10 to 15 minutes in the skillet off of the stove.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Scoop the cheese mixture<\/strong> into a bowl or shape it in the middle of the skillet into a rough log shape. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to help it firm up a little bit.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Meanwhile, toast the pecans<\/strong> in a skillet over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes until they start to smell roasted. Remove from the heat and coarsely chop. Coarsely chop all the fresh herbs and green onions<\/strong>, as well. Mix the pecans and herbs<\/strong> on the cutting board, and chop them together, so they are evenly mixed. <\/strong>Then, add the paprika, and red pepper flakes<\/strong> and mix in.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Remove the chilled vegan cheese log<\/strong> from the fridge. Grease your hands lightly, remove the cheese from the skillet or bowl, and shape it into a smooth log of your preferred size. Roll the log in the pecan-herb mixture<\/strong> until all sides are evenly coated.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Transfer the vegan cheese log to a serving tray or board. Serve with crackers, crisps, carrots, celery, apple slices, cucumber, or other vegetables. It also pairs beautifully with nuts, spicy jams, or chutneys, if you want to use it on a vegan cheese board.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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