CASHEW CRÈME TO-GO JARS
A Vegan Creme Dream
This is a fabulous tasting, easy to make, replacement for any dairy based sweet crème such as yogurt, whipped crème or pudding. Bonus: It had great alkalizing and anti-inflammatory effects. I love thick and creamy creations like mousse, cheesecake, yogurt, etc, yet avoid all forms of dairy so I needed to create alternatives. This nut creme is so easy to make and just so yummy!
A high speed blender is best to use yet not essential. While the texture won't be as creamy, the taste is still delish.
THE LAYERS:
2 cups blueberries, fresh or frozen
2 cups strawberries, sliced
Cashew cream, recipe below
1 large banana, sliced
GARNISH:
Crushed nuts, or granola, cacao nibs, hemp seeds, lemon zest, etc.
CASHEW CRÈME
This is a fabulous tasting, easy to make, replacement for any dairy based sweet crèmes such as
yogurt, whipped crème or pudding. Bonus: The great alkalizing and anti-inflammatory effects.
INGREDIENTS:
1½ cups raw organic cashews soaked 4-8 hours, drained (No time? See Teri’s Tips below!)
Approx 3/4 cup organic coconut, cashew or almond milk (more if needed)
4-6 tbsp raw local honey, real maple syrup, Lakanto or stevia, to taste
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp freshly squeezed organic lemon juice (reserve zest)
DIRECTIONS;
ASSEMBLE TO- GO PARFAITS:
TERI’S TIME SAVER TIP:
Cashews are rich in cooper, magnesium, tryptophan and selenium. With a lower fat content than most other nuts, approximately 75% of their fat is unsaturated fatty acids. Approx 75% of this unsaturated fatty acid content is oleic acid and promotes good cardiovascular health. Studies of diabetic patients show that monounsaturated fat, when added to a low-fat diet, can help to reduce high triglyceride levels.
A Vegan Creme Dream
This is a fabulous tasting, easy to make, replacement for any dairy based sweet crème such as yogurt, whipped crème or pudding. Bonus: It had great alkalizing and anti-inflammatory effects. I love thick and creamy creations like mousse, cheesecake, yogurt, etc, yet avoid all forms of dairy so I needed to create alternatives. This nut creme is so easy to make and just so yummy!
A high speed blender is best to use yet not essential. While the texture won't be as creamy, the taste is still delish.
- Breakfast, Snack
- Dairy free/vegan, gluten, soy-free
- Makes 6 jars
- Prep Time: 10 minute
THE LAYERS:
2 cups blueberries, fresh or frozen
2 cups strawberries, sliced
Cashew cream, recipe below
1 large banana, sliced
GARNISH:
Crushed nuts, or granola, cacao nibs, hemp seeds, lemon zest, etc.
CASHEW CRÈME
This is a fabulous tasting, easy to make, replacement for any dairy based sweet crèmes such as
yogurt, whipped crème or pudding. Bonus: The great alkalizing and anti-inflammatory effects.
- Makes approx 2 cups
INGREDIENTS:
1½ cups raw organic cashews soaked 4-8 hours, drained (No time? See Teri’s Tips below!)
Approx 3/4 cup organic coconut, cashew or almond milk (more if needed)
4-6 tbsp raw local honey, real maple syrup, Lakanto or stevia, to taste
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp freshly squeezed organic lemon juice (reserve zest)
DIRECTIONS;
- Measure all the creme ingredients into a powerful blender such as the ever so affordable Salton Harley Pasternak Power blender.
- Process or blend using off and on power and scraping down sides as needed until well combined and creamy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness and thickness if needed then transfer to a glass bowl and refrigerate until ready to make.
ASSEMBLE TO- GO PARFAITS:
- Layer approx. ¼- ½ cup blueberries in the bottom of small mason jars, top with ¼-1/3 cup cashew crème, ¼- ½ cup strawberries, banana slices, another spoonful of cashew crème, then the crunchy topping of your choice. Garnish as desired, seal and refrigerate for up to three days.
TERI’S TIME SAVER TIP:
- Mix equal parts of raw cashew butter and your favorite non-dairy milks with honey or maple syrup, to taste. Add more cashew butter or non-dairy milk for desired consistency. Use as directed above creating the layered berry parfait.
- Want more protein? Add 1 scoop of raw vegan Sunwarrior Vanilla blend protein powder before blending.
- Stir in a few tablespoons of chia seeds and another 2 oz non-dairy milk to add protein, fiber, omega 3 fatty acids, calcium, magnesium, manganese and phosphorous.
Cashews are rich in cooper, magnesium, tryptophan and selenium. With a lower fat content than most other nuts, approximately 75% of their fat is unsaturated fatty acids. Approx 75% of this unsaturated fatty acid content is oleic acid and promotes good cardiovascular health. Studies of diabetic patients show that monounsaturated fat, when added to a low-fat diet, can help to reduce high triglyceride levels.