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Cashew Cream Cheese

Servings: 16 tablespoons
Calories: 45kcal

Equipment

  • High speed blender

Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw cashews, soaked in hot water for 10 minutes or room temperature water overnight
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅓ cup water, plus more as needed

Instructions

  • Add the cashews, lemon juice, and salt to a food processor. Add about ¼ cup of water and blend until smooth. Add more water in small amounts until you have the desired consistency.
  • Use a spatula to scrape down the sides in between processing. If you prefer the cheese a bit thinner, add water gradually until it's at the thickness you prefer.
  • Store in the refrigerator for a week or so.

Nutrition

Calories: 45kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 74mg | Potassium: 55mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg