Vegan Condensed Milk (No Coconut)
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Vegan Condensed Milk (No Coconut)
Description
The recipe begins by blending soaked raw cashews with non-dairy milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and fine sea salt until completely smooth. Using a high-speed blender or soaking cashews overnight ensures a creamy texture. The blended mixture is then heated gently over medium-low heat for about five minutes while whisking constantly, allowing it to thicken slightly. Adjusting the consistency is possible by adding small amounts of more non-dairy milk and maple syrup during cooking until the desired thickness is achieved.
This condensed milk substitute has a distinct cashew and maple flavor different from traditional sweetened condensed milk. It can be used warm to sweeten hot beverages or drizzled over desserts like brownies. For cold applications, it should be cooled while whisking occasionally, then refrigerated in a sealed container for up to a week. It can also be frozen for later use.
The recipe notes that if a more neutral flavor is preferred, alternative recipes with regular sugar might be better. Adjusting the cashew quantity and cooking time also allows some control over sweetness and thickness. Nutrition information references a three-tablespoon serving size.
Ingredients
- scant 1 cup cashew nuts Soak overnight if not using a high-speed blender, raw
- ½ cup non-dairy milk plus another splash as needed for consistency
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon salt fine sea salt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender. Note: a high-speed blender like a Vitamix works best; if you don't have one, soaking the cashews overnight helps them blend. Blend until completely smooth, about 1 ½ to 2 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides of the blender as needed.
- Pour the sweet cashew milk into a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook for about 5 minutes, whisking constantly, until thickened. If it gets too thick, whisk in more milk and maple syrup, 1 teaspoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
- Use warm to sweeten hot beverages and drizzle on desserts like brownies, etc. For cold uses, allow the condensed milk to cool, whisking occasionally. Then transfer to a lidded container or jar and refrigerate until ready to use. Store in the refrigerator for up to a week. Can also be frozen.
Notes
- Use raw cashews soaked overnight or a high-speed blender to ensure a smooth consistency.
- Cook the blended mixture gently while whisking to reach desired thickness; add milk and syrup incrementally if needed.
- Store refrigerated in a sealed container for up to one week, or freeze for longer storage.
- This version has a distinctive cashew and maple flavor; for a more neutral taste, consider recipes with traditional sugar.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 125 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 3tablespoon | |
| Calories | 125kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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