When plant-based chef extraordinaire Julie Piatt gets her hands on a dish, she makes it incredibly healthy and nourishing, which is why we were so excited to see her turn her attention to cheese in her new book, This Cheese Is Nuts. According to Julie, there are a few tricks that help vegan cheeses get that perfect texture: “You want to make sure to use a high-powered blender, soak the tree nuts overnight in filtered water, and add a bit of coconut oil to help it set up and give it a silky-smooth feel,” she explains. Here are a few classics she’s turned into plant-based masterpieces: