Dairy-free Cashew Cream Cheese
User Reviews
5
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
24 servings (about 4 cups)
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Calories
150 kcal
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Course
Condiments
Dairy-free Cashew Cream Cheese
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This creamy vegan cashew cream cheese is the perfect plant-based alternative! Made with simple ingredients, it’s great for spreading, dipping, or adding to sweet and savory recipes.
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Ingredients
- 500 g (17 oz) cashews
- 1 cup coconut cream
- 4 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp salt (optional) – Omit if using for sweet recipes
- 1 tbsp onion powder (optional) – Skip this if making a sweet version
- a sprinkle of everything but the bagel seasoning (optional but recommended for a savory version)
Instructions
Soak the cashews
- Place them in warm water for at least 4 hours or overnight for the best creamy texture. Drain and rinse before using. If you are pressed in time, use a quick boil method that only takes 15 minutes. Boil the cashews in enough water to fully submerge them, simmer for 15 minutes, then cool with cold water, drain, and rinse before processing.
Blend everything together
- In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the soaked cashews, coconut cream, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and optional seasonings for a savory option. Scrape down the sides as needed and blend until you achieve a silky, thick consistency. Add more lemon juice or vinegar for extra tanginess, or a touch of water to thin if needed. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Optional but recommended: Add a sprinkle of everything but the bagel seasoning after spreading this vegan cream cheese on your toast.
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Notes
- Soaking cashews is key – This ensures a smooth, creamy consistency. Use a high-speed blender – A powerful blender will give you the best texture. Chill before serving – It thickens in the fridge, making it even more spreadable. Enjoy on a slice of bread, bagel, or wrap, as an addition to pasta sauce, or as a dip. Spread it on waffles or pancakes, use it as frosting for cakes and cupcakes, as a dessert topping, or in vegan cheesecakes. This recipe yields approximately 700–750 grams (24–26 ounces or about 4 cups) of creamy vegan cashew cream cheese.
- Soaking cashews is key – This ensures a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Use a high-speed blender – A powerful blender will give you the best texture.
- Chill before serving – It thickens in the fridge, making it even more spreadable.
- Enjoy on a slice of bread, bagel, or wrap, as an addition to pasta sauce, or as a dip. Spread it on waffles or pancakes, use it as frosting for cakes and cupcakes, as a dessert topping, or in vegan cheesecakes.
- This recipe yields approximately 700–750 grams (24–26 ounces or about 4 cups) of creamy vegan cashew cream cheese.
Recipe Variations
For a herby version: Add fresh or dried herbs like chives, basil, or dill. For a sweet version: Mix in maple syrup and vanilla extract. For a smoky touch: Add a dash of smoked paprika.
- For a herby version: Add fresh or dried herbs like chives, basil, or dill.
- For a sweet version: Mix in maple syrup and vanilla extract.
- For a smoky touch: Add a dash of smoked paprika.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
150kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
7g
(2%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
(12%)
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Sodium
3mg
(0%)
Potassium
177mg
(4%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
0.1IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
10mg
(1%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 24servings (about 4 cups)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 150 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 150kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 177mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0.1IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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3 reviews
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