Is there a good cheese substitute for a vegan burrito that actually melts?

Question

I have tried nutritional yeast, a cashew-based cheese spread, and two commercial vegan cheese brands. The nutritional yeast does not melt. The cashew cheese spread works as a cold layer but does not melt in a hot burrito. The commercial cheeses melted somewhat but had an off flavor that was detectable.

Is there a vegan option that actually melts properly in a hot burrito?

QuesoQueen · Answer

Violife or Miyoko's block mozzarella — shredded, not sliced — added directly on top of hot filling so it starts melting from contact heat before the final fold, then sealed in immediately. The residual heat inside the burrito finishes the melt during the rest period. The shredded form melts more reliably than slices because of the increased surface area.

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