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    Vegan Scalloped Potatoes

    Published Dec 22, 2020 · Updated Dec 22, 2020 · 45 Comments

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    Easy, cheesy vegan scalloped potatoes are a comforting, plant-based side dish to share with loved ones during the holiday season, and all year long.

    A casserole dish full of freshly baked vegan scalloped potatoes.

    This recipe has a cheesy-no-cheese flair thanks to the nutritional yeast. If you don't have nutritional yeast in your pantry, I highly recommend it. This powerhouse ingredient is great for vegans and non-vegans alike:

    1. First of all, it's delicious and I'm addicted. You can literally put it on anything to add a nutty cheesy, umami flavor.
    2. It's fortified with B12. Meat is the biggest dietary source of B12, so it's especially important for vegans to watch their B12 intake. Instead of a supplement, you can just enjoy more nutritional yeast!

    This vegan scalloped potato casserole is great as a side dish on a chilly night. But it's also a filling breakfast to look forward to. When I have leftovers, I like to add Field Roast Smoked Apple Sage Sausages (made from grain, not animals) for a little pizzazz and protein.

    Ingredients

    Most of the ingredients in this plant-based recipe are spices, which is why this side dish is so packed with flavor. Reminder: You can find the printable, detailed recipe in the recipe card below.

    Ingredients for dairy-free scalloped potato casserole laid out on a surface.
    • Potatoes. Russet potatoes are the best for baking. They're starchy, so they hold their shape well and absorb flavors beautifully.
    • Bouillion. I use Better Than Bouillon Vegetable Base. Another great option is Edward & Sons Not-Chick'n Bouillon
    • Nutritional yeast. See above for why you need this magical ingredient in your pantry at all times.
    • All-purpose flour. For thickening up the cheesy sauce.
    • Cayenne and paprika. These red spices add a bolt of heat to the dish without overwhelming.
    • Garlic and onion powder. For the classic allium flavor, everyone loves.
    • Thyme. This adds a nice herby flavor to balance out the spice.
    • Vegan milk. Choose your favorite dairy-free milk for this recipe. Unsweetened, plain almond, cashew, or soy milk are all great. You can even make your own homemade oat milk with this easy, inexpensive recipe.
    A collage of two images showing potatoes being sliced and soaked in water.

    Slicing Potatoes for Scalloped Potatoes

    The best way to slice potatoes for scalloped potato casserole is with a mandolin. I use a 2.5mm blade. Slicing with a knife makes uneven slices (unless you're a total knife ninja). It's important to make the casserole with uniform slices so the dish cooks evenly. Plus, a mandoline slicer is a great, efficient tool to have in the kitchen.

    Storage

    This scalloped potato dish is excellent straight out of the oven. Just let the dish rest for 5 to 10 minutes to thicken up bit before slicing and serving.

    It's also great for leftovers. You can store them in an airtight contaienr in the fridge for up to 4 days. Warm the chilled casserole in a 350°F oven or in the microwave in 1-minute increments.

    Collage of how to make these dairy-free scalloped potatoes.

    Substitutions& Variations

    • Gluten-free: Thicken the vegan scalloped potatoes with cornstarch instead of flour. To do so, simmer all the sauce ingredients together (except for the flour). In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of cold water and ¼ cup of cornstarch. Whisk this mixture into the simmering sauce. Remove the sauce from heat when thickened.
    A plate full of vegan scalloped potatoes.

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    Vegan Scalloped Potatoes

    Karissa Besaw
    Great as a side dish (or a main meal, let's be real) these homemade vegan scalloped potatoes are "cheesy" and delicious.
    4.79 from 114 votes
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 45 mins
    Servings 8 sides
    Calories 170 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 5 medium russet potatoes about 800 grams or 5-6 cups, sliced.
    • 3 cups non-dairy milk, plain unsweetened
    • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
    • ⅓ cup nutritional yeast
    • 1 teaspoon vegetable bouillon or cube - optional but adds flavor and salt
    • 1½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1½ teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
    • ¼ teaspoon paprika
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • pinch of cayenne optional for a spicy kick
    • salt to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Peel and thinly slice the potatoes. I use a mandoline slicer with a 2.5mm blade.
    • Submerge your potato slices in a bowl of cold water to prevent oxidation. 
    • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
    • In a medium pot, whisk together the non-dairy milk, flour, nutritional yeast, vegetable bouillon, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, paprika, pepper, and cayenne.
    • Bring the sauce mixture to a simmer on medium heat.
    • Reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer for 5 minutes, whisking frequently. Taste test: Does it need more salt?
    • Drain the potatoes and layer half of them in a casserole dish. Pour half of the sauce over the potatoes. Give the casserole dish a good shake so the sauce gets in the nooks and crannies of the potatoes.
    • Do the same with the remaining potatoes and sauce.
    • Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork tender.
    • Let sit for 5-10 minutes before serving. The sauce will thicken a bit more as it sits.

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    Notes

    • This recipe was updated December 2020. For those who loved it, the previous version called for 2 cups of vegan milk and 1 cup of vegetable stock. It also called for cornstarch as a thickener. To use cornstarch, simmer all sauce ingredients together (except for the flour). In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of cold water and ¼ cup cornstarch. Whisk into the simmering sauce. Remove from heat when thickened. Everything else in the recipe is basically the same.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 7gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 54mgPotassium: 723mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 379IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 143mgIron: 2mg
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