Discover How to Make Creamy, Dairy-Free Cooking Cream at Home Using Just Cashew Nuts and Water

Did you know you can easily make a homemade version of cooking cream yourself, with cashew nuts as the main ingredient? Industrial cooking creams—whether dairy-based or a mix of milk proteins and plant fats—are widely used in kitchens and restaurants. Unfortunately, they often have questionable ingredients and contain a high percentage of unhealthy saturated fats.

That’s why this homemade cashew-based version is a much better option. Your dishes will gain an incredibly rich, creamy texture, but in a far healthier way.

Homemade Cashew Cooking Cream

Ingredients:

• 150 g raw cashews
• 150 ml water (add a bit more if you prefer a thinner consistency)
• 2 tbsp olive oil (optional, for richness)
• 2 tbsp lemon juice (for that slight "tang")
• ½ tsp salt

Optional additions:

• ½ tsp mustard
• ½ tsp garlic granules

Instructions:

1. Soak: Place the cashews in a deep bowl and cover them with water. Heat them in the microwave or briefly boil them on the stove. Leave the cashews in the hot water for at least 30 minutes to soften.
2. Blend: Drain and rinse the cashews. Place them in a blender along with the fresh water (150 ml), lemon juice, salt, and olive oil (if using).
3. Adjust: Blend until you achieve a perfectly smooth and creamy texture. Depending on the power of your blender, this may take a minute or two. If the cream is too thick, add a splash more water to reach your desired consistency.

Note: Keep in mind that cashew cream will thicken slightly when stored in the refrigerator.

• Store: Pour your cashew cream into a jar and store it in the fridge. It will keep fresh for 7–10 days.
• How to Use: Use it just like regular cooking cream! It’s perfect for thickening soups, enriching stews and pastas, or as a base for salad dressings and sauces.
• Bonus: Since this cream is 100% plant-based, it is vegan-friendly and perfect for use during fasting periods.

Making the switch to homemade cashew cream is a small step that makes a big difference. You get to enjoy the rich, velvety texture you love in your meals without the hidden additives and unhealthy fats found in industrial versions. Whether you are fasting, eating plant-based, or simply aiming for a cleaner diet, this versatile staple proves that healthy cooking doesn't mean compromising on flavor.