How to build a vegan cheese board all guests can enjoy

Chic cheese boards of epic proportions have been flooding our feeds and winning over our hearts this season. What do we love about cheese boards? Not only are they extremely tasty — they’re basically a cornucopia of everyone’s favorite savory snacks — they also look extremely impressive, bursting with colors, flavors and textures.

They truly are a feast for the eyes and the taste buds. And today we’re here to let you in on a secret: Despite how intricate they look, they are actually incredibly easy to make. And an even better secret: You can make a delicious vegan cheese board, which means everyone can enjoy!

Today we are going to show you how to shop and style an epically chic vegan cheese board for your next holiday party or get together. Now, don’t worry if you aren’t vegan. The styling rules still apply to non-vegan cheese boards as well. But for the vegans out there, we know how tough it can be to live a life without cheese.

For many vegans, cheese is the biggest hurdle to overcome, the last temptation, the final vegan frontier, if you will. And, for all the advancements and accomplishments in the vegan packaged goods industry, vegan cheese is apparently their final frontier as well. We’ve heard vegan cheese called everything from “not good” to “an insult to the name of cheese.” But trust us, there are some gems to be found.

The reality is that vegan cheese might never measure up to the real thing and that’s OK. The important thing is to go into it with an open mind. 

We know selection can be overwhelming, so here are some of our favorites.

Miyoko’s — Tomorrow’s Creamery

Miyoko’s products are organic and come in a huge variety of flavors, from winter truffle to mozzarella that actually melts and stretches — perfect for vegan pizza. The great thing about these products is that they are so flavorful and come in a variety of textures, making them suitable for cooking or eating raw. We’ve had luck finding Miyoko’s in most major grocery outlets across the country, including Ralphs/Kroger and Whole Foods. For a complete list of store availability, check out their store finder.

Treeline Treenut Cheese

Treeline carries a line of soft artisanal cheeses in a variety of flavors. The texture is creamy and fluffy, making them a great replacement for ricotta or cream cheese. Because they are soft, unaged cheeses, the ingredient list is as simple as it gets: Usually just water, tree nuts, lemon juice and spices. We’ve found Treeline in most Whole Foods stores, but check out their store locator here. 

Violife 100% Vegan

Violife isn’t organic or artisanal, but we love these products as an option for vegans who may have allergies to nuts. These products have a potato starch and coconut oil base, and no nuts are involved in their production. Their products melt well, and we’ve found that they actually taste better when cooked. Their cheddar is great for the occasional vegan grilled cheese, and their Parmesan is amazing in pesto.

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