Can I make sushi bake without cream cheese?

Yes, you can make Quick and Easy Sushi Bake without cream cheese. I often substitute with full-fat yogurt or extra mayo to keep creaminess, though texture shifts a bit. In a pinch, whisk mayo with a little yogurt to mimic richness, and taste as you go.

Can you make Quick and Easy Sushi Bake without an oven?

The bake is meant for the oven, but I’ve used a skillet on the stove or a toaster oven when needed. The result stays soft and warm rather than bubbly, but it still delivers that comforting sushi vibe quickly.

How to make sushi in 5 steps?

For a simplified five-step path: cook rice and season it; prep your protein; mix a creamy sauce; layer base with protein; heat until warmed through and cheese melts. Keep it simple, and you still get that sushi-inspired glow.

Can I put Quick and Easy Sushi Bake in the oven?

Yes. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbling. If you want extra browning, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end, but watch closely.

Quick and Easy Sushi Bake gives 5 bold zesty cheesy flavor.

Name: Quick and Easy Sushi Bake gives 5 bold zesty cheesy flavor.
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
Ingredients: 3 cups cooked sushi rice; 3 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tbsp sugar; 1 tsp salt; 1½ cups imitation crab sticks (or cooked shrimp), shredded; ½ cup mayonnaise; 2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste); ½ cup cream cheese, softened; 1 sheet nori (seaweed), cut into small strips; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Description

Quick and Easy Sushi Bake: A warm, creamy, and cheesy casserole that brings all the flavors of sushi to the table in a family-friendly bake.

Ingredients

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3 cups cooked sushi rice
3 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp sugar
1 tsp salt
1½ cups imitation crab sticks (or cooked shrimp), shredded
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
½ cup cream cheese, softened
1 sheet nori (seaweed), cut into small strips
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tbsp sesame seeds

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a medium baking dish.
In a bowl, mix warm sushi rice with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Spread evenly in the baking dish.
In another bowl, combine shredded crab (or shrimp), mayonnaise, sriracha, and cream cheese until creamy.
Spread the mixture over the rice layer. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Bake for 12–15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with sesame seeds and nori strips. Serve warm with extra nori sheets or crackers for scooping.

Notes

Can I make sushi bake without cream cheese? You can omit or substitute with another creamy ingredient like full-fat yogurt or mayo, but texture and flavor will change.
Can you make sushi bake without an oven? The recipe is baked; to adapt, you could try a stovetop skillet version or portable toaster oven if available.
To serve, garnish with additional sesame seeds and nori strips; serve with extra nori sheets or crackers for scooping.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Bake
Cuisine: Japanese-inspired

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