Low Fat Cashew Cream
Creamy, versatile, and delightfully dairy-free, this Low Fat Cashew Cream recipe is the perfect healthy alternative for dips, sauces, or as a luscious dairy-free topping. Made with a blend of soaked raw cashews and silken tofu, this recipe achieves a rich, velvety texture with significantly reduced fat content. A hint of zesty lemon juice, a touch of maple syrup, and a dash of nutritional yeast add layers of flavor, while garlic powder and salt provide a savory balance. Ready in just 10 minutes (plus soaking time), this easy, no-cook recipe is ideal for meal preps and stays fresh for up to a week in the fridge. Whether you’re vegan, lactose-intolerant, or simply looking to explore healthy, plant-based condiments, this silky cashew cream is sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup raw cashews
- 0.5 cup silken tofu
- 0.5 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with water. Let soak for at least 2 to 4 hours or overnight. This step is crucial as it helps to soften the cashews, making them easier to blend into a creamy texture.
Step 2
Drain the soaked cashews and rinse them under cold water.
Step 3
In a blender, add the drained cashews, silken tofu, 0.5 cup of fresh water, lemon juice, maple syrup, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and salt.
Step 4
Blend all the ingredients on high speed until completely smooth and creamy. This may take 1 to 2 minutes depending on the power of your blender.
Step 5
Taste the cashew cream and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to taste.
Step 6
Transfer the cashew cream to a bowl or jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using. This helps the flavors to meld and the texture to thicken slightly.
Step 7
Store any leftover cashew cream in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Stir well before each use.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (338.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 478.1 |
| Total Fat 27.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 620.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 40.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.7g | |
| Protein 23.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 449.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 746.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories