Paleo Cream Cheese Icing
Indulge in a luscious, dairy-free twist on classic cream cheese icing with this Paleo Cream Cheese Icing recipe. Crafted from wholesome ingredients like soaked raw cashews and velvety coconut cream, this frosting offers a creamy texture and delightful tang that rivals its traditional counterpart. Sweetened naturally with honey and enhanced by a hint of vanilla and lemon juice, it's perfect for satisfying paleo, gluten-free, and dairy-free lifestyles. Ready in just 10 minutes (plus soaking time), this icing is ideal for topping your favorite cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. Elevate your desserts with this rich and versatile Paleo Cream Cheese Icing that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1 cup coconut cream
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Start by soaking the raw cashews in hot water for at least 1 hour to soften them. For best results, soak them overnight in room temperature water.
Once the cashews are softened, drain and rinse them well under cold water.
In a high-speed blender, combine the soaked and drained cashews, coconut cream, honey, vanilla extract, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and salt.
Blend the mixture on high until completely smooth and creamy, pausing occasionally to scrape down the sides of the blender as needed.
Taste the icing and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding additional honey or lemon juice, if desired.
Transfer the icing to a bowl and store it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up before using.
Spread the Paleo cream cheese icing on your favorite baked goods and enjoy. Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1693 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.4 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.0 g | 230% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 692 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 218.0 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 182.9 g | ||
| Protein | 24.0 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1051 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
