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Vegan Cheesy Sprinkle Recipe

Give a little savory depth to your meals with this dairy-free rich topping. Perfect for pasta dishes, soups, and salads—a great vegan substitute for parmesan cheese. Easy to make in less than 20 minutes!

4.8 from 142 votes
15 mins
Total Time
1
cup
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Vegan Cheesy Sprinkle

How to Make the Best Vegan Cheesy Sprinkle

If you’ve been searching for a delicious dairy-free alternative to parmesan cheese, this vegan cheesy sprinkle is exactly what you need. Made with just four simple ingredients—walnuts, hemp seeds, nutritional yeast, and sea salt—this savory topping delivers that umami-rich, cheesy flavor without any animal products.

The magic happens when you lightly toast the mixture in a skillet. This step transforms the raw ingredients into something wonderfully aromatic and deeply flavorful. The nutritional yeast provides that distinctive cheesy taste, while the toasted nuts add a satisfying crunch and depth that mimics the texture of freshly grated parmesan.

Sprinkle this versatile topping over pasta, soups, salads, roasted vegetables, or anywhere you’d normally reach for parmesan. It’s a game-changer for anyone following a vegan diet or simply looking to add more plant-based options to their cooking repertoire.

Vegan Cheesy Sprinkle

Vegan Cheesy Sprinkle

Give a little savory depth to your meals with this dairy-free rich topping. Perfect for pasta dishes, soups, and salads—a great vegan substitute for parmesan cheese. Easy to make in less than 20 minutes!

4.8 from 142 votes
CourseCondiment
CuisineAmerican
Keywordvegan parmesan cheese recipe, vegan parmesan, cheesy sprinkle, vegan cheesy sprinkle
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time15 mins
Servings1 cup
Calories53kcal
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Ingredients

Vegan Cheesy Sprinkle

Instructions

Vegan Cheesy Sprinkle

  1. In a food processor, pulse all ingredients until a uniform crumb is formed.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a skillet and stir constantly over medium-low heat for 8-10 minutes, or until it starts to smell toasty and looks lightly golden.

Notes

  • Hemp seeds add a wonderful nutty flavor and extra protein, but you can substitute sunflower seeds if needed.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • Nutrition information is per tablespoon serving.
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