Ingredients
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- 1 cup cashews (soaked overnight, or boiling water for 1 hour)
- 1/2 cup water (add 1 tablespoon at a time more for thinner consistency)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup*
Instructions
- Combine in a small bowl cashews and water and soak overnight. OR Quick soak method: cover with enough boiling water. Let stand for 1 hour, drain. Rinse and drain again.
- Combine in a food processor the soaked cashews and remaining ingredients. Cover and blend or process for ~5 minutes or until smooth and creamy. Store in refrigerator up to 1 week (if it lasts that long!)
Notes
*I used 1 tablespoon of maple syrup. You can substitute in 4 Medjool dates instead if you want to make a ‘no added sugar’ version.
*Feel free to add in other spices to change up the flavor – 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon or cardamom would be delish!
*This dish was made sweet, but cashews can also be savory! Love how versatile cashews can be!
- Prep Time: 5
- Category: Desserts