Cashews Make a Fantastic Vegan Cream

Did you think that going vegan means you have to give up all your favorite creamy foods and desserts?

Think again.

The rich fat content of cashews (mostly heart-healthy fats!) makes them a perfect substitute for heavy cream.

To witness this almost magical transformation for yourself, soak a cup of raw cashews in ½ cup water overnight; then, blend the mixture in a food processor until completely smooth, adding additional chilled water to reach the desired consistency.

You’ll be astonished as to how rich and creamy the result is, and it’s nearly indistinguishable from dairy cream, but with a fraction of the fat and calories.

Cashew cream can be added to a variety of sweet or savory dishes as a healthy vegan substitute for heavy whipping cream.

Sweeten the cashew cream with 2 tablespoons of sugar and enjoy it atop a bowl of fresh strawberries. Alternatively, swap unsweetened cashew cream in your favorite alfredo recipe to cut calories and fat without sacrificing rich flavor.

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