Vegan Mascarpone Cream
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of Vegan Mascarpone Cream, a dairy-free alternative that's perfect for elevating your desserts and baked creations. Crafted from a blend of soaked cashews and luscious coconut cream, this recipe delivers a creamy texture that's smooth and decadent. Bright notes of lemon juice and apple cider vinegar add a tangy sophistication, while hints of vanilla and maple syrup provide a natural sweetness that’s just right. With no cooking required and only 15 minutes of prep time, this easy recipe is perfect for busy bakers craving a plant-based twist on classic mascarpone. Serve it as a topping for cakes, a filling for pastries, or simply enjoy it by the spoonful—it’s a versatile staple designed to wow vegans and non-vegans alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1 cup coconut cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with warm water. Allow them to soak for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews under cold water.
In a high-speed blender, combine the soaked cashews, coconut cream, lemon juice, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, vanilla extract, salt, and water.
Blend the mixture on high until it becomes completely smooth and creamy. Stop and scrape down the sides of the blender as needed to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.
Taste the cream and adjust the sweetness or tanginess to your liking by adding more maple syrup or lemon juice if necessary.
Transfer the vegan mascarpone cream to a bowl and cover it. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow it to thicken and the flavors to meld together.
Stir the cream before serving. It can be used immediately or stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1604 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.4 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.0 g | 230% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 695 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.6 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 158.2 g | ||
| Protein | 23.7 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1034 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.
