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May 20, 2013

How To: Cashew Cream

In my everyday life, a lot of the people I love, adore, and feed, don’t- do- dairy.

Some are vegans. Some are lactose intolerant. Some are just crazy diet kooks who think a little cream in their coffee is going to turn them into Godzilla.

People be cray-cray come swimsuit season…

Cashew Cream

I still love them. Obviously. But throwing dairy out of the cooking equation can make it dang hard to make them good food.

Solution: CASHEW CREAM. Mmmmm.

Cashew Cream

Cashew Cream Do you guys know about this stuff? If so, yay! If not, let’s chat!

Cashew cream is something I learned to make a few years ago while working at a little vegan joint in the city. Since then I’ve become pretty much obsessed with the stuff.

You can blend it into soups, stews, or curries. You can mix it with fruit and a little honey. You can even make salad dressing out of the stuff! It’s the perfect dairy-free substitute for a lot of sweet and savory dishes.

It’s impossible to screw up; you literally just soak the cashews in water for a few hours, drain, add more water (and some sweetener, if desired) and blend.

Cashew Cream I know a lot of people are probably already hip to this whole cashew cream making business, but if you’re not – grab your cashews and get on it.

P.S. I’ll be sharing a fresh, summer-y dessert featuring cashew cream tomorrow, so be prepared!

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How To: Cashew Cream – Baker by Nature (*adapted from the recipe I learned years ago @ The Moonlight Dinner – now closed)

Ingredients:

1 cup raw cashews

1/3 cup + 2 tablespoons water (I’ve found this amount of water provides the perfect consistency, but add more if you’d like a more liquid cream)

1 – 2 tablespoons agave (or honey, if not serving vegans)

Instructions:

In a large bowl soak cashews for at least 2 hours (but not longer than 6 or they’ll get too mushy). Drain water and transfer cashews to blender or food processor. Add water, and sweetener if using, and blend until completely smooth. Use immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to a week (it may last longer, but we’ve never had it for more than a week, so I can vouch for sure).

 

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  1. Courtney @ BakeMeBetter says

    May 20, 2013 at 5:16 pm

    I don’t know. I love cashews, but… What do I do with it? Can’t wait to see what you have in store tomorrow!

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  2. Eva @ Eva Bakes says

    May 20, 2013 at 5:38 pm

    I’ve heard about cashew cream but haven’t tried it yet. Looking forward to your recipe that includes the cashew cream!

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  3. Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes says

    May 20, 2013 at 6:49 pm

    I love cashews so much! I bet this is wonderful. Can’t wait to see what you make with the cashew cream 🙂

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  4. Kelly @ Hidden Fruits and Veggies says

    May 20, 2013 at 7:01 pm

    I hear about cashew cream left and right, but I’ve never actualy made it. It looks so wonderful though!

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  5. Abby @ The Frosted Vegan says

    May 20, 2013 at 7:03 pm

    This stuff of the gods is my jammm since going vegan!!

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  6. Kathryn says

    May 20, 2013 at 7:05 pm

    Thank you for the helpful step by step – cashew cream has been a lifesaver when it comes to non-diary friends!

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  7. Marcie says

    May 20, 2013 at 8:26 pm

    This looks so creamy good! I’d love some for my afternoon snack!

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  8. Alyssa (Everyday Maven) says

    May 20, 2013 at 9:11 pm

    Love this!!!! I am also completely addicted and obsessed with Cashew Cream. I have been making an ancho one for tacos recently that is off the hook. Can’t wait for tomorrow’s recipe!

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  9. Julia {The Roasted Root} says

    May 20, 2013 at 9:27 pm

    I’m completely intrigued! I love making soups and curries and also adore cashews so I’m thinking I need to get on this cashew cream business. I read you can make vegan nut cheese using cashews which is pretty cool! Can’t wait to see what desserts you whip up!

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  10. Nora @ Buttercream Fanatic says

    May 20, 2013 at 9:29 pm

    Ok, confession: I used to think cashew cream was sort of wacky and not at all appetizing, but you make it look so tasty (and sane). Looking forward to your post tomorrow!

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  11. Cassie | Bake Your Day says

    May 20, 2013 at 10:17 pm

    Can’t wait to see how you use this! I was just explaining cashew cream to my husband last weekend!

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  12. Jen @ Savory Simple says

    May 20, 2013 at 10:34 pm

    I love using cashew cream in sauces!

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  13. Cookin Canuck says

    May 20, 2013 at 10:39 pm

    Okay, I am loving this post. I have a couple of vegan friends and always struggle with dairy replacements when I’m cooking for them.

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  14. Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says

    May 20, 2013 at 10:49 pm

    This looks great. I love cashews so I’m very curious to taste this. Thanks for sharing!

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  15. Katie @ Blonde Ambition says

    May 20, 2013 at 11:24 pm

    Oh man do I love cashews…I really need to get with it and experiment with cashew cream! Though I think it might be dangerous 🙂

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  16. Erin | The Law Student's Wife says

    May 21, 2013 at 2:31 am

    Nice! I’ve thought about trying this dozens of times, but never taken the plunge. Now that it’s got your endorsement, I must. Can’t wait to see your dessert too!

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  17. Kristi @ My San Francisco Kitchen says

    May 21, 2013 at 2:51 am

    My brother told me about this and said it was amazing! Yours certainly LOOKS amazing! Now I will definitely have to try it out 😀 Thanks for the recipe

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  18. Stacy | Wicked Good Kitchen says

    May 21, 2013 at 3:12 am

    Oh, girl…cashew cream is such a life saver! Had to go dairy, grain and sugar free all last summer to fight a terrible infection. Essentially, only meat and veg. (Thought I was gonna die, LOL!) It truly is a godsend for those who need to go dairy free. I’m working on a dessert using cashew cream, too. (Special mini cheesecakes.) Great How-To post!

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  19. carrian says

    May 21, 2013 at 4:40 am

    these look and sound like perfection!

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  20. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says

    May 21, 2013 at 1:01 pm

    I. Want. This. It sounds SO good! I love cashews. I’d eat this with a spoon!

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  21. Mr. & Mrs. P says

    May 21, 2013 at 4:16 pm

    Never seen this before.. Need it make it…

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  22. Cookie and Kate says

    May 21, 2013 at 5:03 pm

    Love this, Ashley! I recently discovered cashew milk and have no doubt I’d enjoy cashew cream, too. Will have to give it a try soon.

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  23. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says

    May 22, 2013 at 1:04 am

    LOVE this!! Officially on my to-make list! Thanks, Ashley!

    Reply
  24. Ari @ Ari's Menu says

    May 22, 2013 at 1:59 am

    So the first time I tried to make cashew cream, I read no instructions. I just figured I’d be able to figure it out. It took me a good 30 minutes until cashew cream existed in my kitchen, but it was awesome! Hopefully people will read your tutorial and not make my mistakes 🙂

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  25. miss messy says

    May 22, 2013 at 9:15 am

    I’ve always wanted to try this. I think I need to 🙂

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  26. lynn @ the actor's diet says

    May 22, 2013 at 3:29 pm

    can’t wait to try this – have you used sea salt for a savory version?

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  27. Amanda @ Once Upon a Recipe says

    May 27, 2013 at 7:36 pm

    I’ve definitely seen a few recipes of late that use cashew cream. I must try. It looks so easy!

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  28. Jill Roberts says

    July 28, 2017 at 10:10 am

    This cashew cream is so yummy and interesting! I’m not a vegetarian but I love cashew. Cashew contains manganese, phosphorus, and magnesium, and of thiamin, vitamin B6 and vitamin K ,Iron, potassium! Thanks a lot for this unique recipe!

    Reply
  29. Julia Stearns @ Healthirony says

    February 25, 2019 at 10:15 pm

    This cashew cream is the food of champions! Dying to eat this! Thanks for posting it Ashley!

    Reply

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