CASHEW SWEET CREAM
Use this sweet cashew cream in fruit tarts, dolloped on pancakes and waffles, or as a dip for fresh berries!
- Prep Time: 10
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Makes 1 1/2 cups 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: blender
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews, preferably soaked 2 to 3 hours
- 4 – 5 medjool dates
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3/4 – 1 + 1/4 cup water (185 – 310ml)
Instructions
Blend:
- Combine all ingredients, start with only 3/4 cup water, and blend until creamy smooth, stopping every now and then to scrape down the sides.
- Add additional water 1 or 2 tablespoons at a time until desired consistency. If you find you added too much water, add a few more cashews and blend.
- Taste for flavor, adding an extra date or two for added sweetness if desired.
Store: Leftover cashew cream can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Sweet cream will thicken when chilled. Keep in the freezer for 2 – 3 months, let thaw before using.
Makes anywhere from 1 1/2 cups and up, depending on how much water you use.
Notes
Quick soak cashews: To soak your cashews quickly, cover them with hot water and let set for 5 – 10 minutes. Drain cashews and use accordingly.
Regular soak for cashews: Cover with an inch of cool water, let soak for 2 – 3 hours. Cashews don’t need any longer than 3 hours, but will be ok if soaked longer.
You may also like to use almonds without the skins. Soak your almonds at least eight hours or overnight.
Photos shown represent using 4 dates, 3/4 cup water, and cashews quick soaked for 10 minutes.
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