Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

whole raw cashews

rinsed and soaked

0.67 cup

water

0.25 cup

maple syrup

1 tsp

vanilla extract

0.25 tsp

guar gum

Step 1
~25 min

Rinse cashews.

Step 2
~25 min

Soak cashews in water for 3-4 hours or overnight (or use boiling water to rehydrate them quickly).

Step 3
~25 min

Drain the soaked cashews.

Step 4
~25 min

Place the drained cashews in a blender.

Step 5
~25 min

Add water, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the blender.

Step 6
~25 min

Blend until the mixture is perfectly smooth, ensuring no lumps remain.

Step 7
~25 min

Add guar gum to the blended cashew cream.

Step 8
~25 min

Blend for another minute and a half to fully incorporate the guar gum.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For an extra smooth cream, use a high-speed blender.

Adjust the amount of water to achieve your desired consistency.

If you don't have guar gum, you can omit it, but the cream will be slightly less thick.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made up to 3 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with fresh berries.

Use as a dip for fruit.

Top vegan desserts.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Berries
Brownies
Cookies

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Global

Cultural Significance

Increasingly popular as a dairy-free alternative worldwide.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Everyday
Snack
Dessert

Popularity Score

70/100

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