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Cashew Cream
I prepared this recipe using a traditional home blender. After 2 to 3 minutes of blending the texture was fairly smooth with hardly any grit. A heavy duty or professional blender (like a Vitamix) will produce an even smoother texture and do it in a little less time as well.
About This Recipe
| Active time: | 1 hour |
| Total time: | 1 hour 5 minutes |
| Special equipment: | Blender |
| This recipe appears in: | Use Cashews to Make Vegan Whipped Cream |
Ingredients
- 2 cups, whole, raw cashews
- 1 cup apple juice (white grape juice also works)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch salt (optional)
Procedures
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1
Rinse the cashews well in cold water and drain.
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2
Place the nuts in the pitcher of a blender and add the juice, vanilla extract, and salt if using.
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3
Pulse until the mixture starts to get smooth and let blend on medium to high speed for two to three minutes or until it is creamy.
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4
For best results, refrigerate for at least one hour, and then serve with your favorite vegan dessert.