Vegan Cream Cheese Spread (NY Deli Vibes)



🧈 Vegan Cream Cheese Spread (NY Deli Vibes)

Total Time: 10 min | Serves: About 1 cup

Okay, picture this: it’s a lazy Sunday morning, the kids are still half asleep, and that New York deli energy is calling your name. 🥯 You grab a fresh bagel (toasted just right, of course), and instead of plain ol’ cream cheese, you hit it with this smooth, tangy, cashew magic that legit tastes like the real deal.

This vegan cream cheese spread is giving Broooklyn corner bodega meets plant-based glow-up. It’s creamy, salty, and just the right kind of extra — the kind that makes you forget it’s dairy-free. Perfect for bagels, sandwiches, or a late-night “I deserve this” snack straight off the spoon. 💅🏽

🛒 Ingredients

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Drain the soaked cashews and toss them in a blender with all other ingredients.

  2. Blend until silky smooth, scraping down sides as needed.

  3. Adjust to taste — more lemon for tang, more salt for deli bite.

  4. Chill for at least an hour for that thick, spreadable texture.

🧠 Mom Tips

🧄 Want scallion cream cheese? Stir in chopped green onions.
🌶 Feeling fancy? Add roasted red peppers or sun-dried tomatoes.
🥯 Store in an airtight container up to 5 days — if it lasts that long!

🥣 Why I Love It

Because these bagels feel like home — whether home is the Bronx, Brooklyn, or your cozy kitchen. They’re chewy, golden, and make your whole house smell like a New York bakery. And that creamy, dreamy cashew spread? Chef’s kiss. 💋

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