How To Make Dairy-Free Homemade Cashew Cream

Can’t have dairy but still craving cream? Learn how to make cashew cream from raw cashews with this easy guide using just 2 ingredients and a few simple steps!

Are you looking for a delicious, dairy-free alternative to heavy cream? Cashews are an excellent substitute and can be used to make a creamy, rich cashew cream with just a few simple steps. Follow this guide and you’ll learn how to make cashew cream from cashews in mere minutes!

A good vegan heavy cream substitute is important when it comes to recreating some of your favorite recipes. You can use canned coconut milk but you often get the coconut aftertaste that comes with it.

But, I believe this cashew cream is a much better alternative!

Cashews are the perfect replacement for heavy cream or even heavy whipping cream in recipes. They’re very neutral in flavor, taste amazing, and create the creamiest texture and consistency when you blend them.

Cashew cream is perfect for desserts, baked goods, or making that special sauce for your favorite pasta dish.

You can even make an amazing vegan coffee creamer simply by adding a little vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. O…M…G!!!

Ingredients

You only need 2 simple ingredients to make this delicious dairy-free alternative for heavy cream.

• Cashews: use raw cashews because they are not roasted with salt or oil. They are very neutral in flavor and blend much better once soaked.
• Liquid: both water and non-dairy milk work equally well. I used water for this recipe but you can use unsweetened almond milk, oat milk, or soy milk.

How To Make Dairy-Free Homemade Cashew Cream

Following these easy steps will give you an amazing heavy cream substitute in just minutes.

Soak The Cashews In Water.

Start by soaking the cashew milk in warm water for at least 1-2 hours to soften them up. This will help the cashews become more pliable and easier to blend. After soaking, drain off all the excess water. The soft, soaked cashews are now ready to be blended into a rich, decadent, and creamy texture with the other ingredients!

Blend the Cashews and Other Ingredients Together.

Next, add the drained cashews to a blender with the other ingredients and blend until everything is mixed together and reaches a creamy texture.

You can also plant-based milk alternatives like oat milk or almond milk instead of water to blend with the cashews for added creaminess.

Finally, once everything is blended, taste and adjust any flavors for your desired preference.

If you prefer or need a sweet cream feel free to add different ingredients such as honey, maple syrup, or vanilla extract for extra flavor. For a more savory cream add some garlic powder, onion, powder, and fresh chives.

Store in Refrigerator for Up to One Week.

If you are not going to be using the cream right away, once you have the desired thickness and consistency, pour your cashew cream into a mason jar or airtight container. You can store it in the fridge for up to one week.

Freeze for Up To One Month.

It is also freezer friendly for up to 1 month. When you’re ready to use just thaw, blend, and use.

More Vegan Heavy Cream Alternatives

• You can make soups and recipes creamy by blending them with silken tofu.
• A can of full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream is a great option.
• Sunflower seeds are a good option if you don’t have cashews or are allergic. Soak the same as cashews.
• Use equal parts cashews and liquid to create a fairly heavy cream. If you want the cashew cream to be a bit lighter add another ½ cup of water or milk.
• This vegan buttermilk recipe in a “cream”, but it is excellent in baked goods.

How Can I Use Vegan Heavy Cream

• Vegan Soups
• Easy Cashew Queso
• Vegan Desserts
• Pasta Dishes
• Any baked good that calls for heavy cream.
• It makes a delicious coffee cream simply by adding a little vanilla.

How Do I Make Vegan Whipped Cream

Sadly, you cannot make whipped cream with this heavy cream substitute. It’s great if you want to stir it into recipes, but it WILL NOT WHIP!

Fortunately, I have a delicious Vegan Whipped Cream recipe you can make.

I hope you enjoy this Homemade Dairy-free Cashew Cream. Please leave a comment below with a star rating. And, be sure and share a picture on Instagram with the hashtag #shaneandsimple. I want to see your work. Enjoy!

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