Vickys Cashew Nut 'Cream Cheese' Recipe

Name: Vickys Cashew Nut 'Cream Cheese'
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 360 grams unsalted cashews; 1 tbsp olive oil; 3 tbsp dairy free creamer ie So Delicious or Vance's DariFree; 2 tbsp coconut oil, liquid or solid; 1 tsp tahini paste; 3/4 tsp garlic puree or minced; 3 1/2 tbsp lemon juice; 2 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 1/4 tsp xanthan gum; 3/4 tsp sea salt; 150 ml water; 1 extra water or milk substitute

Servings: persons

360 grams unsalted cashews
1 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp dairy free creamer ie So Delicious or Vance's DariFree
2 tbsp coconut oil, liquid or solid
1 tsp tahini paste
3/4 tsp garlic puree or minced
3 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
2 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1/4 tsp xanthan gum
3/4 tsp sea salt
150 ml water
1 extra water or milk substitute

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Bring a pan of water to boil then take off heat.
2
Add cashews and let soak for 1 hour
3
Drain and rinse, then put in a blender with all of the other ingredients minus the 'extra water or milk'
4
Add the extra liquid if needed to help the blender blades work.
5
The resulting mixture should be smooth with no lumps
6
Cover and refridgerate.
7
Mix will thicken as it cools.
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This tastes as much like cream cheese as I can get it and I think it's extremely close.
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I use it for sandwiches and even cheesecakes.
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For a nut-free alternative, look for my coconut cream cheese recipe
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Makes around 700g / 1.6lbs

159

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 360 grams unsalted cashews, 1 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp dairy free creamer ie So Delicious or Vance's DariFree, 2 tbsp coconut oil, liquid or solid, and more.

Yes, Vickys Cashew Nut 'Cream Cheese' falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Vickys Cashew Nut 'Cream Cheese'

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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