Vegan Cashew Lemon Glaze
This Vegan Cashew Lemon Glaze is tangy, creamy, and easy to make. Perfect for cakes, bundt cakes, pancakes, and savory dishes like casseroles.
Prep Time7 minutes mins
Soaking time3 hours hrs
Total Time3 hours hrs 7 minutes mins
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 4
Calories: 409kcal
- 1 1/2 cup Raw cashew soaked
- 1 cup Coconut milk full-fat coconut milk or water
- 2 tbsp Lemon zest
- 2 tbsp Maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- pinch Salt
Start with raw cashews (avoid roasted or salted ones for a neutral flavor).Place them in a large bowl and cover with hot water.Soak for at least 2-4 hours or overnight in the fridge if you plan ahead. If you're short on time, try a quick soak in boiling water for 30 minutes.After soaking, drain and rinse the cashews with fresh water to remove any residue.Add the following ingredients to your blender:Soaked cashews (make sure they're well-drained).Fresh lemon juice for tang and brightness.Lemon zest to enhance the citrus flavor.A natural sweetener like maple syrup.Add water or coconut milk.Add a pinch of salt.
Calories: 409kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Sodium: 14mg | Potassium: 479mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 5mg