Vegan Chipotle Cream
Elevate your plant-based dishes with this rich and smoky Vegan Chipotle Cream—a versatile condiment that’s as easy to make as it is irresistibly flavorful. Crafted from creamy soaked cashews and spiked with the bold heat of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, this dairy-free recipe boasts a tantalizing balance of smoky, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors, thanks to a splash of fresh lime juice and a hint of maple syrup. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this velvety chipotle cream is perfect as a dip, drizzle, or spread on tacos, grain bowls, burgers, and roasted veggies. Its customizable thickness and optional smoked paprika highlight its adaptability, making it a must-have staple for any vegan kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 0.5 cup Water
- 2 pieces Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 medium Garlic clove
- 1 teaspoon Maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Smoked paprika (optional)
- 0.25 cup Additional water (adjust consistency)
Instructions
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for 10-15 minutes to soften, or soak them in cold water for 4-6 hours (or overnight) for a smoother blend.
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews, then transfer them to a blender or food processor.
Add the water, chipotle peppers, lime juice, garlic clove, maple syrup, salt, and smoked paprika (if using) to the blender.
Blend the mixture on high speed until completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure everything is well incorporated.
Adjust the consistency of the chipotle cream by adding up to 1/4 cup of additional water, blending in small increments until you reach your desired thickness.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, lime juice, or chipotle pepper for extra heat.
Transfer the Vegan Chipotle Cream to a sealed container and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. It can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
682 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.5 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1455 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.9 g | ||
| Protein | 22.2 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 905 mg | 19% | |
*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.
