Best Dairy-Free Coffee Creamer – 2 Ingredient Cashew Cream!

I have tried a lot of homemade and store-bought non-dairy coffee creamers over the years and this recipe is by far my favorite. Cashew cream is so simple and easy to make, as well as healthy, and with only two ingredients!

My favorite way to use cashew cream is to blend it in a blender with the coffee. It makes it super creamy with a frothy layer on top. Yum! 

If you don’t have the time, it is great to put in the coffee as is. Cashew cream does tend to settle to the bottom of the cup over time. So if you are not a fast coffee drinker, all you need is a little swirl of the cup or stir it with a spoon and you are good to go. It is a tiny inconvenience, but to me, the taste difference and creaminess is worth it.  

Table of Contents

Toggle

Best Dairy-Free Coffee Creamer – 2 Ingredient Cashew Cream!

Lisa

Cashew cream is so simple and easy to make, as well as healthy, and with only two ingredients! Use the cashew cream as you would any other coffee creamer or blend it in a blender with the coffee. It makes it super creamy with a frothy layer on top. Yum! 

4 from 1 vote

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Course Drinks

Equipment

• Blender
• Glass Mason Jar with Lid

Ingredients

  

• 1 Cup Raw Cashews
• 1 Cup Filtered Water

Instructions

 

• Soak the cashews. ***Prepare the cashews the night before. Measure 1 cup of raw cashews in a bowl and cover with filtered water. Place in the refrigerator overnight.
• In the morning, drain the cashews, rinse, and place them in the blender.
• Add 1 cup filtered water to the blender and blend until you get a nice smooth consistency. About 2 minutes.
• Pour into a glass mason jar and cover with the lid.
• Keep in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Notes

***Soak the cashews overnight or up to 12 hours to soften them for blending. When I forget to soak them overnight and have a busy morning, I will let them soak at room temperature for around 10-15 minutes while I prepare my coffee and then blend. You can also skip the soaking step altogether and everything will work out fine.

Keyword cashew cream, coffee, dairy free, paleo

It is said that soaking raw nuts, seeds, legumes, etc. can help reduce the phytic acid content to help with digestion, but science has shown that this step is not necessary unless one’s diet consists of a lot of phytic acid-containing foods such as seeds, nuts, legumes, and beans. 

In moderation, cashews provide a great source of protein, healthy fats, calcium, magnesium and more. Click here for a full list of benefits.

Optional Flavor Ideas:

I usually drink my coffee with the basic cashew cream recipe, but on occasion, I like to add some festive flavors depending on my mood or the time of year. 

• Want a touch of sweetness? Add 1-2 pitted Medjool dates.

• Prefer vanilla coffee creamer? Add ½ – 1 tsp vanilla extract.

• Looking for that cozy fall feeling? Add 2-3 Tbsp of pumpkin puree and ½ tsp of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice.

• Feeling festive? Add 2-3 Tbsp cacao or cocoa powder and ⅛ tsp mint extract or less depending on how strong your mint extract is. I suggest starting with a few drops and add more to taste.

• Looking to spice it up with a little Middle Eastern flare? Add 1 tsp cardamom powder.

Cashew Cream is also a great base for many dips, sauces, and dressings. More recipes to come!

Try this recipe and let me know what you think!

I love to share simple living ideas, tips, and recipes for busy moms. To learn more about Simple Eco Mama click here.