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Vegan Sour Cream

  • Writer: Anthology of Crumbs
    Anthology of Crumbs
  • Sep 27
  • 1 min read
Rich, tangy, and smooth, this vegan sour cream is a versatile staple. It pairs beautifully with chili, tacos, and roasted vegetables, or can be used as a cooling dip.
Rich, tangy, and smooth, this vegan sour cream is a versatile staple. It pairs beautifully with chili, tacos, and roasted vegetables, or can be used as a cooling dip.

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Searing the Beef

Quick soak method: Cover cashews with boiling water and soak for 1 hour if short on time.
Freezing tip: Freeze in silicone muffin cups, then transfer to a freezer bag for convenient single servings.
Variations: Lime juice enhances brightness. For a spicier variation, add a pinch of cayenne or smoked paprika.

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Place cashews in a bowl and cover with water. Soak overnight or for at least 8 hours. For a quick version, pour boiling water over the cashews and soak for 1 hour. Drain and rinse.

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Add cashews, water, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, and lime juice if using to a high speed blender.

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Blend until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down sides or adding a splash more water as needed.

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Transfer to a sealed container and chill. The sour cream will thicken in the fridge.

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Store for up to 1 week in the fridge or freeze in individual portions for up to 1 month.

Instructions

1½ cups (225 g) raw cashews (soaked)

¾ cup (180 ml) water

2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice

2 tsp apple cider vinegar

scant ½ tsp fine sea salt

1 tsp fresh lime juice (optional)

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Vegan Sour Cream
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This dairy free sour cream blends soaked cashews with lemon and apple cider vinegar to create a creamy, tangy staple. It is a natural complement to chili, tacos, or roasted vegetables, and works equally well as a dip. The texture becomes even richer after chilling, making it a reliable addition to both everyday cooking and entertaining.

Servings :

2 cups

Calories:

Prep Time

10 minutes (plus soaking time)

Cooking Time

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Rest Time

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Total Time

10 minutes (plus soaking time)

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