Summary
If there’s one essential ingredient you’ll find in any plant-based kitchen it’s cashews. Chock-full of protein, iron, and magnesium, cashews might be one of the most versatile plant-based foods of all time. They’re able to transform themselves into cheese, sauces, creams, and dips. If you haven’t experimented with a plant-based cashew recipe yet, now’s your chance to be in awe of this super nut.
Ingredients
Directions
Place all of the ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
Chill until ready to serve.
Chef's Notes
Nut-Free
Substitute 1 cup sunflower seeds or 1 (15-oz) package of organic tofu.
Make ahead
Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Strawberry Cream Cheese
Add ¼ cup fresh, organic strawberries.
Blueberry Cream Cheese
Add ¼ cup fresh, organic blueberries.
Herbed Cream Cheese
Add 1 garlic clove, ½ tsp dried basil, ½ tsp dried dill, ½ tsp dried parsley.
Soaking Shortcut
Instead of soaking the cashews overnight, soak them in hot water for at least 1 hour.
