Fat Free Mozzarella Cheese Recipe
Learn how to make a healthier version of mozzarella cheese with this fat-free mozzarella cheese recipe. Made with unsweetened almond milk, tapioca flour, nutritional yeast, and spices, this recipe is perfect for those who want to enjoy the delicious taste of mozzarella cheese without the added fat and calories.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup of tapioca flour
- 1 tablespoon of nutritional yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of white vinegar
Instructions
- In a medium-sized saucepan, whisk together the almond milk and tapioca flour until the mixture is smooth.
- Add the nutritional yeast, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder to the saucepan and whisk until well combined.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon.
- Once the mixture starts to thicken, add the white vinegar and stir for an additional minute.
- Continue to stir the mixture until it forms a ball in the saucepan.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and transfer the mixture to a bowl.
- Use a fork to mash the mixture until it is smooth and has a consistent texture.
- Once the mixture has cooled down, use your hands to knead it until it becomes stretchy and pliable.
- Form the cheese into small balls or flatten it out to use as slices.
- Store the cheese in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
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Notes
- If the mixture is too dry, add a tablespoon of water to help it come together.
- You can add different herbs or spices to the mixture to give it a unique flavor.
- This cheese can be used in place of traditional mozzarella cheese in any recipe.