Vegan Heavy Cream Creme Frais
Indulge in the silky, dairy-free decadence of Vegan Heavy Cream Crème Frais, a luscious plant-based alternative to traditional crème fraîche. Crafted with raw cashews, unsweetened plant-based milk, and a zesty blend of lemon juice and apple cider vinegar, this versatile recipe offers a rich, tangy cream perfect for both sweet and savory dishes. Optional coconut cream adds an extra layer of indulgence, making this vegan crème fraîche ideal for dolloping onto soups, drizzling over desserts, or incorporating into sauces. Ready in just minutes of prep time, this easy recipe also includes an optional fermentation step for deeper flavor, making it a must-try for anyone seeking a healthier, dairy-free upgrade to their favorite meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened plant-based milk (e.g., almond, soy, or oat)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Coconut cream (optional for extra richness)
Instructions
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for at least 1 hour to soften, or for 10 minutes if you're short on time and using very hot water.
Drain the soaked cashews and transfer them to a blender or food processor.
Add the unsweetened plant-based milk, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and salt to the blender.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender as necessary. This may take 1–2 minutes depending on the strength of your blender.
If you prefer a richer crème fraîche, add the optional coconut cream and blend again until fully incorporated.
Transfer the mixture to a jar or airtight container and let it sit at room temperature for 6–12 hours to develop its tangy flavor. (Optional step: For a milder tang, you can skip this step and refrigerate immediately.)
Store the Vegan Heavy Cream Creme Frais in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir before using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
742 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.5 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 683 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 22.4 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 194 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 886 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.
