Vegan Cashew Creamer
A heart-healthy, dairy-free alternative to heavy cream that’s creamy, delicious, and so easy to make. One tablespoon of heavy cream carries about 51 calories and 3.5g of saturated fat — one tablespoon of this cashew cream has about 16 calories and almost no saturated fat. Makes about 2 cups (8 servings).
- Zero cholesterol and almost no saturated fat
- Nutrient-dense with magnesium, copper, and manganese from cashews
- Plant-based, lactose-free, and anti-inflammatory
Ingredients
- ½ cup raw cashews, soaked in hot water for 20–30 minutes
- 1½ cups water
- 1 Tbsp vanilla
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 2 dates
- Sweetener to taste: ¼ cup monk fruit, a squirt of stevia, ¼ cup sugar, 2 Tbsp maple syrup, or 2 Tbsp honey
- 2 pinches salt
Directions
- Drain the soaked cashews and add to a blender with the water, vanilla, cinnamon, dates, sweetener, and salt.
- Blend on high for about a minute, scrape the sides, then blend again until smooth.
- Refrigerate until cold, then enjoy.
Serving Tip
A creamy, heart-healthy plant-based swap for coffee, soups, dressings, or baking.
Macros (Per Serving – 8 Servings, Monk Fruit)
| Macro | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 65 |
| Protein | 1.4g |
| Carbohydrates | 7.2g |
| Fiber | 0.7g |
| Fat | 3.9g |