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Close-up of vegan baked mac and cheese showing a creamy texture and soft pasta

Vegan Baked Mac and Cheese

M.J. Mercury
A creamy vegan baked mac and cheese with tender pasta and a rich, comforting sauce — a dairy-free twist on a classic favorite.
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Total Time 29 minutes
Course Dinner
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups uncooked pasta I used elbows
  • 1 cup dairy-free milk I used almond milk
  • 2 tablespoons vegan butter
  • 1 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup dairy-free parmesan store-bought or homemade

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Lightly grease a casserole dish. Set aside.
  • Cook pasta according to package.
  • In a small saucepan, add the dairy-free milk, vegan butter, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and salt. Bring to a boil then simmer while whisking until nutritional yeast is completely dissolved.
  • Pour the cheese sauce over the pasta. Stir until pasta is evenly coated.
  • Spoon the pasta into the casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle dairy-free parmesan or a mixture of blended bread crumbs, hemp seeds, nutritional yeast, and a dash of salt on top (if using).
  • Cover and bake for 15-20 minutes. Serve and enjoy!
Keyword vegan baked mac and cheese