Yeast Flakes: The Ultimate Vegan Pantry Powerhouse.Cheesy, Nutty & Packed with Nutrition

Discover the delicious, versatile world of our Premium Yeast Flakes (also known as Nutritional Yeast). This deactivated yeast is a true superfood, celebrated for its naturally cheesy, nutty, and savoury flavour that makes it a game-changer for vegan cooking and beyond. With its golden-yellow colour and flaky texture, it's perfect for adding a deep umami flavour to dishes without any dairy.

Packed with protein, B-vitamins (including B12 when fortified), and essential minerals, savory yeast flakes are as nutritious as they are delicious. They're your secret weapon for creating creamy sauces, cheesy toppings, and flavour-packed meals that everyone will love.

Why Choose Our Savory Yeast Flakes?

• Rich, Cheesy Flavour: Delivers a delicious umami taste that's naturally dairy-free and vegan.

• Nutrient Powerhouse: An excellent source of complete protein, B-vitamins, and fibre.

• Versatile Kitchen Staple: Easily adds cheesy flavour to sauces, sprinkles, and bakes.

• Low in Sodium & Fat: A healthy way to add deep, savoury flavour to your meals.

• Popular Ways to Use Savory Yeast Flakes:

• Vegan "Cheese" Sauces: The key ingredient for creamy, dairy-free mac and cheese.

• Popcorn & Salad Topper: A healthy, flavourful alternative to grated cheese.

• Scrambled Tofu: Adds a savoury, eggy flavour to vegan breakfasts.

• Pasta & Pizza Sprinkle: Use instead of Parmesan for a delicious dairy-free option.

• Soups & Gravies: Stir in to add depth and a rich, savoury note.

Store in a cool, dark, dry place in an airtight container.

SpicenEasy's Quick & Creamy Vegan Cheese Sauce

• Prep Time: 5 minutes

• Cook Time: 10 minutes

• Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• ½ cup SpicenEasy Savory Yeast Flakes

• ⅓ cup raw cashews, soaked*

• 1 cup water

• 2 tbsp tapioca flour or cornflour

• 2 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tbsp SpicenEasy Olive Oil

• 1 tsp SpicenEasy Garlic Powder

• 1 tsp SpicenEasy Smoked Paprika

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp turmeric (for colour, optional)

*Quick-soak cashews: *Cover with boiling water and soak for 15-20 minutes, then drain.*

Instructions:

1. Blend: Combine all ingredients in a high-speed blender. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.

2. Cook: Pour the mixture into a saucepan. Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly.

3. Thicken: Continue to cook and whisk for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens dramatically and becomes stretchy and glossy.

4. Season: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. For a thinner sauce, add a splash more water.

5. Serve Immediately: Toss with cooked pasta for vegan mac and cheese, pour over nachos, or use as a dipping sauce.

Chef's Tip: *The tapioca flour is key for that stretchy, melty cheese texture. If you don't have a high-speed blender, you can use ½ cup of pre-made cashew butter instead of whole cashews. This sauce is best used fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days – it will thicken when cold, so gently reheat it with a little water to loosen it up.*

The SpicenEasy Promise

We bring you innovative, health-conscious ingredients to support your lifestyle, delivered fresh to your door anywhere in New Zealand. From our flavour-packed savory yeast flakes to our creative, easy-to-follow recipes, we're here to make plant-based eating delicious and satisfying.