Rosemary-Baked Almond Cream Cheese

The Whole Ingredient

The Whole Ingredient

Vegan

Rosemary-Baked Almond Cream Cheese

  • Prep Time 10m
  • Cook Time 35m
  • Servings 8

Ingredients

  •  150 g ground almonds
  •  200 ml pre-boiled or filtered water
  •  2 Tbsp + 2 tsp olive oil
  •  Juice of 2 lemons (about 4 Tbsp)
  •  1 generous pinch salt
  •  6 green olives, finely chopped
  •  2 tsp dried rosemary

Method

  • Blend the almonds, water, 2 tablespoonsful of olive oil, the lemon juice, and salt in a food processor until soft and creamy. Stir in the olives.
  • Line a small colander or sieve with cheesecloth (or any thin piece of cloth) and pour in the mixture, spreading evenly with a spatula. Fold the edges of the cloth over and weigh down with a small jar. Place the colander in a bowl to catch any liquid.
  • Refrigerate overnight.
  • Heat the oven to 200°C/Gas Mark 6.
  • Line a tray or small tin with parchment paper. Drizzle with 1 teaspoonful of olive oil and sprinkle with 1 teaspoonful of rosemary. Carefully turn the “cheese” out onto the paper, flattest side down. Top with the remaining oil and rosemary and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, until golden.
  • Let cool. Can be stored in the fridge for at least a week in an airtight container.

Recipe Adapted From The Whole Ingredient