Cashews have been doing some amazing things for non-dairy cheese alternatives, lately. In what can only be described as acts of remarkable faux-fromage ingenuity, we’ve seen this humble nut transform into all kinds of cheese-like snacks. Today, we’re proud to announce yet another bold leap of progress for the cashew/dairy-free alliance, Trader Joe’s Dairy Free Cheddar Style Slices, a handy pack of ready-to-go slices of vegan cultured cashew “cheese” that tastes, feels, and melts just like a slice of regular old Cheddar.

How, you ask? Our supplier puts this cashew cheese alternative through a culturating and aging process inspired by traditional cheesemaking techniques. This not only gives each Slice a moderately sharp, Cheddar-like flavor, but mellows its texture to a degree where it melts nice and evenly. Which can only mean one thing: the dream of a satisfyingly melty vegan grilled cheese is now a reality! Trader Joe’s Dairy Free Cheddar Style Slices, proudly made from cashews, are just the thing for topping vegan burgers, making dairy-free omelets, or even simply snacking on.