This vegan cashew cream is a great dairy-free substitute for single cream or double cream. Featuring just two ingredients, it's simple to make and will keep in the fridge for up to a week.
1cupwater(240 ml – use less depending on the desired consistency)
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Instructions
Soak the cashews
For the quick method, soak the cashews in a bowl of boiling water for 8-10 minutes. If you have the time, the optimal method is to soak the cashews in cold water for several hours or overnight.
Drain and rinse.
For 'single' cream (thin)
Add the cashews to a powerful blender along with approx. ¾ cup (180 ml) water. I'd suggest starting with this amount of water then increasing it one tablespoon (15 ml) at a time until you have it the way you want.
Blend until very smooth, which may take a minute or two. Stop to scrape down the sides and add extra water if necessary.
For 'double' cream (thick)
Add the cashews to a powerful blender along with approx. ⅔ cup (150 ml) water. You can start with slightly less water than this just to get an idea, then increase it one tablespoon (15 ml) at a time until you have it the way you want.
Blend until very smooth, which may take a minute or two. Stop to scrape down the sides and add extra water if necessary.
Notes
Cooking with this cream: When cashew cream comes into direct contact with heat (e.g. when added to a hot pan to make a sauce), it is likely to thicken very quickly. In this case, you’ll definitely want to add extra water or stock to get a consistency that you’re happy with.Cashews: Be sure to use uncooked and unsalted cashews. Roasted cashews will not produce the same final result.Yield: The total yield will be somewhere between 1¼ cups and 2 cups (300-475 ml) of vegan cream depending on the thickness. Nut-free: While I haven’t tried it myself, I’ve seen recipes that substitute the cashews for ingredients such as sunflower seeds.Storage: You can store this vegan cream in the fridge in an airtight container for up to a week or freezer for up to several months.If you liked this recipe, you might also enjoy:
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword cream substitute, vegan double cream, vegan single cream
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