Creamy Lemon Cashew Frosting

Makes about 1 cup
Time 8 hrs 15 min

Creamy cashews give this subtle yellow frosting a decadent texture and lemon zest provides a burst of tang. Decorate your favorite baked goods or use the vegan frosting as a dip for fresh fruit.

Special Diets:

Dairy FreeDairy Free
Gluten FreeGluten Free
Low SodiumLow Sodium
VeganVegan
VegetarianVegetarian

Ingredients

    1 cupraw cashews, soaked in water overnight and drainedsoaked in water for at least 1 hour to soften; drained
    8pitted dates, soaked in warm water to cover for 10 minutes; reserve liquid
    1 teaspoonpure vanilla extract
    Zest and juice of 1 lemon
    1/8 teaspoonground turmeric

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Method

Place cashews, dates plus their reserved soaking liquid and vanilla in a high-speed blender or food processor. 


Pulse the mixture several times and then blend until the ingredients are thick, smooth and creamy. 


Add lemon zest, juice and turmeric, and purée. 


If needed, add 1 tablespoon at a time of warm water to the blender to reach your desired consistency. 


Use the frosting immediately, or store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 week.

Nutritional Info

Serving Size

2 tablespoons

Calories

160

Total Fat

8g

Saturated Fat

1.5g

Cholesterol

0mg

Sodium

0mg

Total Carbohydrate

24g

Dietary Fiber

2g

Total Sugars

17g

Protein

4g

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