Crafty One Pot Vegan Mac and Cheese
Going vegan often means giving up some of those classic comfort foods, like the boxed mac and cheese with its powdered cheese pouches. But does it really? With the Crafty One Pot Mac and Cheese recipe, you can enjoy that nostalgic, creamy, cheesy goodness without any of the processed ingredients. This recipe is simple, quick, and packed with flavor, making it a perfect choice for a satisfying meal.

Why You’ll Love This Vegan Mac and Cheese
This vegan mac and cheese recipe is not only easy to make but also allows you to control every ingredient that goes into your dish. It’s made with a healthy dose of white miso, which is great for gut health, and vegan butter and nutritional yeast that provide the creamy, cheesy flavor you crave. With just a handful of ingredients and one pot, you can whip up this delicious mac and cheese in no time.
What You Need to Make Vegan Mac and Cheese:
- Elbow macaroni pasta, uncooked
- Vegan butter
- White miso
- Dijon mustard
- Unsweetened almond or soy milk
- Nutritional yeast
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Turmeric

How to Make Vegan Mac and Cheese
- Cook the Pasta: Begin by cooking the elbow macaroni according to the package directions. Once the pasta is al dente, drain it and leave the pasta in the colander while you prepare the sauce.
- Prepare the Cheese Sauce: In the same saucepan, add the vegan butter, white miso, and dijon mustard. Melt the butter over medium-low heat, using a spatula to work out any lumps in the miso. Once the butter is fully melted, add the unsweetened almond or soy milk and continue to stir until the miso is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
- Finish the Sauce: Turn off the heat and stir in the nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, and turmeric. Mix until everything is well combined and you have a smooth, creamy sauce.
- Combine the Pasta and Sauce: Return the drained pasta to the saucepan and toss it in the sauce until every piece of macaroni is well coated.
- Serve: Divide the mac and cheese into two bowls and serve immediately.
Tips for Customizing Your Vegan Mac and Cheese
- Mix-Ins: This recipe is a perfect base for adding your favorite ingredients. Consider mixing in vegan hot dogs, broccoli florets, or even quinoa bacon bits for added flavor and texture.
- Spice It Up: If you love a little heat, drizzle your mac and cheese with sriracha or your favorite hot sauce.
- Pesto Twist: For a gourmet touch, top your mac and cheese with pesto and almond crumble for a deluxe version.

Enjoy Your Crafty One Pot Mac and Cheese
This Crafty One Pot Mac and Cheese is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. It’s creamy, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying, making it a go-to recipe for any mac and cheese lover. Plus, with the option to customize it with different mix-ins and toppings, you’ll never get bored of this classic comfort food, now made entirely plant-based!

Crafty One Pot Mac and Cheese
Ingredients
- 1 cup 235 g elbow macaroni pasta, uncooked
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml vegan butter
- 1 tablespoon 15 ml white miso
- 1 teaspoon 5 g dijon mustard
- ⅓ cup 75 ml unsweetened almond or soy milk
- ¼ cup 59 g nutritional yeast
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions and then drain the pasta. Leave the pasta in the colander.
- Add the vegan butter, miso and dijon to the same saucepan and melt the butter over medium-low, stirring it with a spatula to work out the lumps of the miso. When the butter has melted completely add the ⅓ cup milk and continue to work out the miso lumps with the heat on low. Once the lumps are worked out, turn off the heat. Add the nutritional yeast, garlic powder and onion powder, stir until well combined and a smooth sauce forms.
- Add the pasta and toss with the sauce until all macaronis are coated.
- Divide into two bowls and serve.