Homemade Vegan Heavy Cream Recipe with Cashews
This Homemade Vegan Heavy Cream recipe is a dairy-free alternative that's perfect for a variety of culinary uses, from sweet to savory. Made with raw cashews and water, it's simple to make but offers richness and depth of flavor.
2.5 cups
Calories: 285kcal
Ingredientes
- 1 cup raw cashews soaked for at least 4 hours or overnight
- 2 cups filtered water
Elaboración paso a paso
Preparation
- Place raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with water. Let soak for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight. This softens the cashews and ensures a smoother cream.
Making the Cream
- Drain the soaked cashews and rinse them thoroughly under cold water. Add the soaked cashews to a high-speed blender. Pour in the 2 cups of filtered water. Blend on high speed for 2-3 minutes, or until completely smooth and creamy. The mixture should be entirely homogeneous with no cashew bits.Taste and Adjust the cashew heavy cream and adjust if it’s too thick, you can add a little more water; blend again until well combined.
- Optional Add-ins: If making a sweet cream, add the sweetener and vanilla extract to the blender. For a savory version, add a pinch of salt and nutritional yeast.
Notas
- Storage: Transfer the vegan heavy cream to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days. It can also be frozen for up to one month, although this may alter the texture slightly upon thawing.
- This recipe makes approximately 2-2.5 cups of vegan heavy cream, depending on whether you strain it and how thick you prefer it.
- The cream will thicken a bit when chilled, so consider this if you’re using it in recipes that call for a specific consistency.
- Optional Straining: You can strain the cream through a fine mesh strainer or a nut milk bag into a clean bowl for a perfectly smooth texture. Use a spoon to press down to make sure you extract all the liquid. This step is optional and may be skipped if a little texture is not a concern.
Optional for Sweet Applications
- 1-2 teaspoons of your choice of sweetener (e.g., maple syrup, agave nectar)
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Optional for Savory Applications
- A pinch of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon nutritional yeast (for a slightly cheesy flavor)
Nutrition
Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 341mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 3mg