Description
This Homemade Vanilla Cashew Milk is a creamy, dairy-free alternative to traditional milk, perfect for those seeking a naturally sweetened, vegan option. Made with soaked raw cashews, vanilla, cinnamon, and a touch of maple syrup, this nutritious milk is easy to prepare and delightful in smoothies, cereals, or enjoyed on its own.
Ingredients
Cashew Milk Base
- 1 cup soaked raw cashews (soaked at least 12 hours)
- 3 cups water
Flavoring
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Soak Cashews: Soak your cashews in water for at least 12 hours to soften them, which will help create a smooth, creamy milk. After soaking, rinse the cashews thoroughly with clean water.
- Blend Ingredients: Add the rinsed cashews, 3 cups of fresh water, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and cinnamon into a high-powered blender. Blend on high speed for about 1 minute until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Strain the Milk: Place a nut milk bag over a large bowl. Pour the blended mixture into the bag and gently knead and squeeze it to extract all the liquid. Continue until no more milk can be squeezed out, leaving behind the pulp.
- Store and Serve: Transfer the strained cashew milk into a mason jar or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Shake well before each use and enjoy as a beverage, or use in recipes needing dairy-free milk.
Notes
- Soaking cashews for at least 12 hours ensures easier blending and a creamier texture.
- The leftover cashew pulp can be dried and used in baking or smoothies to avoid waste.
- Adjust the sweetness by increasing or decreasing maple syrup to taste.
- For a thinner consistency, add more water when blending.
- Store the cashew milk in the refrigerator and consume within 4 days for best freshness.
- Prep Time: 12 hours 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending and Straining
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
