How to Make Cashew Milk
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How to Make Cashew Milk
Description
This cashew milk recipe starts with soaking raw cashews for at least eight hours or overnight to soften them, which supports smooth blending. If soaking is not possible, boiling the nuts briefly softens them, though results are less creamy. After draining and rinsing, the cashews are blended with water, sweetener (maple syrup or agave), vanilla, and salt until fully smooth and creamy.
The final product is a homemade milk that is smooth and naturally sweetened, unaffected by additives found in commercial milks. Adjusting the ratio of cashews to water can modify thickness or creaminess according to personal preference. A high-speed blender is recommended to achieve a finely blended, creamy texture without straining.
The instructions emphasize discarding the soaking water before blending, as it contains phytic acid and is best not consumed. This recipe provides a versatile base that can be used as a dairy milk substitute in various applications, highlighting the fresh, simple ingredients and pure preparation method.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cashew nuts raw
- 4 cups water + water for soaking
- 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup depending on sweetness preference, or agave
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- salt pinch
Instructions
- Start by soaking the cashews overnight or for at least 8 hours. (See additional note if you forgot to soak.)
- After the cashews have soaked, drain and rinse them.
- In a high-power blender, add the soaked cashews, 4 cups of water, maple syrup or agave, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend on high for 2 minutes, or until creamy.
Notes
- If pressing for time, soak cashews by boiling them briefly to soften, though soaking overnight yields creamier milk.
- Use a high-power blender to ensure smooth and creamy milk without additional straining.
- Adjust the ratio of cashews to water to achieve desired creaminess.
- Discard soaking water before blending to avoid phytic acid; do not use it in the milk.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2to 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories 779 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 779kcal | 39% |
| Carbohydrates | 53g | 18% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 57g | 88% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10g | 59% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 31g | 155% |
| Sodium | 65mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 902mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 98mg | 10% |
| Iron | 9mg | 50% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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