15 Cheesy Vegan Dinner Recipes That’ll Satisfy Your Cheesiest Cravings

Some people say they could never go vegan because they love cheese too much, but we know that vegan cheese is just as tasty as the real thing and can make any dinner a meal to look forward to. You can even make your own vegan cheese if you're feeling fancy. Mix it with pasta, melt it on sandwiches, or stir it into casseroles anytime you want to indulge in some cruelty-free comfort. Just because it's vegan doesn't mean it has to taste like cardboard. Any one of these 15 cheesy recipes will turn naysayers into believers and give you all the yummy cheesiness you crave.

Vegan Broccoli Cheese Soup: Broccoli cheese soup has always been one of our cold-weather favorites, but it can definitely make us feel a little sluggish after we've had a bowl. Veganizing the recipe means you can have more of the food you love, without the weird dairy bloat that usually comes with it. (via Connoisseurus Veg)

Vegan Ravioli: Nothing beats pasta night, especially when ravioli is on the menu. Almond-tofu ricotta is the filling — creamy, nutty, and delicious with marinara sauce. (via Pasta-Based)

Vegan French Onion Soup: Most French onion soup is made with beef broth, but true connoisseurs know that it's all about the onions. Caramelize them in herbs and red wine to get a rich, deep flavor, then top your soup with croutons and cashew cheese. (via Connoiseeurus Veg)

Vegan Mac and Cheese With Broccoli: Want a surefire way to get more veggies in your diet? Toss them into a big bowl of mac and cheese. (via Healthy Happy Life)

Vegan Cheeseburger Tot Bites: If you have kids (or just the eating habits of one), this recipe is about to become a favorite. Vegan burger ingredients are stuffed into crispy tater tot shells — serve with a salad and you've got dinner. (via Eat Figs Not Pigs)

Coconut Bacon Grilled Cheese: Homemade nut-free stretchy vegan cheese made from mochi and potatoes is the secret to this recipe. Smokey coconut bacon adds extra flavor. (via Rhian's Recipes)

Vegan Spinach Ricotta Lasagne: Tofu makes for a surprisingly convincing ricotta replacement. It also makes this comforting dish a vegan protein powerhouse. (via My Vibrant Kitchen)

Apple Sausage Mac and Cheese: Mac and cheese can get a little heavy, so it's good to add some other flavors in the pot to liven things up. Sweet apples and some crumbly vegan sausage pieces make each bite of this recipe dynamic. (via Contentedness Cooking)

Vegan Harissa Grilled Cheese: Spicy harissa helps cut through the richness of the vegan cheese in this sandwich. Add plenty of veggies to the mix too, for a meal that's both comforting and fresh. (via Strength and Sunshine)

Cauliflower Mac and Cheese: For mac and cheese that tastes delicious and won't give you a carb crash a half hour after eating it, cauliflower is your friend. Use it instead of noodles, and add some to the cashew-based sauce for a bowl of ooey-gooey satisfaction. (via Nyssa's Kitchen)

Double Decker Mexican Tortilla Pizza: This recipe's so nice you'll get to eat it twice, thanks to the stacked tortillas. Once you've mastered the original, this meal is also a great blank canvas for using up any leftovers you have hiding out in the fridge. (via Catching Seeds)

Indian-Spiced Cashew Cheese Fries: Whenever the haters say that a tray of baked French fries aren't a real dinner, show them this recipe. Potato wedges are dressed up with a silky cashew cheese sauce and generously spiced with garam masala, turmeric, and more, to make a meal that you can eat right off the pan or in the dining room. (via Rachael Hartley)

Mac and Cheese Pizza: Junkfood lovers don't have to miss out just because they've gone vegan. Spoon your favorite dairy-free mac and cheese onto a pizza crust for the ultimate movie night meal. (via Contentedness Cooking)

Spicy Garlic Spaghetti in Broccoli Cheese Sauce: Broccoli and cashews blended together make a creamy sauce that's reminiscient of pesto. Add some nutritional yeast to get that cheesy flavor, then toss with your favorite pasta. (via Kiip Fir)

Turmeric Mac and Cheese: Mac and cheese can actually be a healthy meal. Adding turmeric to your vegan cheese sauce gives it a superfood boost, and Brussels sprouts give you a dose of green veggies with each serving. (via Spinach for Breakfast)