Description
This sweet cashew cream is a lovely smooth blend of cashews and dates with a hint of fresh lemon juice. With only 3 key ingredients, this cream sauce takes less than 10 minutes to make and goes beautifully drizzled on Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars, Vegan Quinoa Breakfast Bowl, or as a dip for fresh fruit. This tasty cream sauce is vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup raw cashews
- 2 dates, pitted (or 1/3 cup of Simple Homemade Date Syrup)
- 1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/3 cup of water (add one or more tablespoons of water for a thinner consistency)
Instructions
Put raw cashews, *dates, and water into a small pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a gentle boil and cook for about 4 minutes to soften. Remove from heat and strain.
Add softened cashews and dates to a mini blender with fresh lemon juice and water. Blend until smooth and creamy.
*Note: If using Simple Homemade Date Syrup, only cook the cashews for 4 minutes. Add softened cashews, date syrup, lemon juice, and water to the mini blender, and blend until smooth and creamy.
Notes
EQUIPMENT / SUPPLIES
- Measuring cup
- Measuring spoons
- Small pot
- Colander
- Mini blender
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 4
- Category: Sauces
- Method: Stovetop & Blender
- Cuisine: American