Almond milk was my favorite plant milk, but since I made this 2 ingredient raw cashew milk my whole world changed, it’s amazing! I love cashews and I don’t know why I’ve never tried this milk before.
It’s really tasty, so you don’t need to add any sweetener. I prepare it using only 2 ingredients: cashews and water, that’s all. Anyways, if you want to add dates, coconut sugar, maple or agave syrup, cinnamon, vanilla or whatever you are free to do it, but I love it just like this.
It’s the creamiest plant milk I’ve ever tried and it’s 100% raw. It’s also perfect for cooking savory or sweet recipes and it’s really easy to make. In addition, it’s much cheaper and healthier than store bought and you can add your favorite ingredients.
I should confess I’m a cashew-aholic, but I’m sure you’ll love this delicious drink too. I soak them overnight to activate cashews enzymes and improve digestion, but this step is totally optional.
To make this awesome drink you only need a blender and a strainer to remove the pulp, but if your blender is powerful, you don’t need to strain the milk. To strain it, you can use a strainer, a napkin or a cheesecloth, you choose.
I’ve used raw unsalted cashews to make it and I don’t recommend you to use salted or toasted cashews, but it’s totally up to you. I usually eat raw nuts and seeds because they are healthier, but always in moderation.
You can prepare a lot of recipes with the cashew pulp. I’ve used it to make a creamy smoothie, but you can also use it to make oatmeal, cookies, or muffins. I could eat it with a spoon, it’s so yummy!
You should give this 2 ingredient raw cashew milk a try, it’s my all time favorite plant milk and I’m sure you’re gonna love it!
2 Ingredient Raw Cashew Milk
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Total Time: 5 mins
- Yield: 3 cups (750 ml)
- Category: Drink
- Cuisine: Vegan, Gluten Free
This 2 ingredient raw cashew milk is my all time favorite plant milk. It’s really creamy, easy to make and cheaper than store bought.
Ingredients
- 3 cups water (750 ml)
- 1 cup raw unsalted cashews (140 g)
Instructions
- Soak the cashews in water overnight (optional).
- Drain the cashews and blend them with the water until well blended and almost smooth.
- Strain the milk using a cheesecloth or a strainer. You can use a napkin too.
- Store the cashew milk in a sealed container in the fridge for 2 or 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250 ml)
- Calories: 153
- Sugar: 1.3 g
- Sodium: 11 mg
- Fat: 12.4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.4 g
- Carbohydrates: 8.7 g
- Fiber: 0.8 g
- Protein: 4.1 g
DO I USE THE WATER THE CASHEWS WERE SOAKED IN?
Hi Els! I prefer to use clean water 🙂
Any idea why cashew milk only lasts 2-3 days where the other recipes are more like 5 days? Thanks!
Hi Dawn! I don’t know, sorry!
I am excited to try this, thanks so much for sharing.
Hi Anna! You’re so welcome. Hope you like it!
Hi I bought already activated cashews do I skip the overnight soaking and just blend them with water?
Thank you
Hi Simona! I’ve never used them, so I’m not sure, but I think you sould also soak them to get a smooth texture. Have a nice day!
Hi Iosune,
Do you have recipes where you use the pulp of different plantmilks?
Thanks,
Winnie
Hi Winnie! Yes, I have this one: https://simpleveganblog.com/chocolate-hazelnut-truffles/ It’s sooo delicious! 🙂
How do you calculate the calories of nut milk? I can’t work out how many calories you loose by straining. Cheers!
Hi Vikki! I’ve just searched 1 cup of cashew milk at https://www.verywellfit.com/recipe-nutrition-analyzer-4157076 🙂
You are absolutely correct: This is the creamiest milk! Yummy! I actually didn’t even soak the cashews (since I wanted to have it immediately) and I didn’t strain the mix either. I blended it for a long time so it still came out smooth and creamy. Just how I like my milk!
Thank you again for your wonderful site. It has helped me and my family immensely!!
Hi Kate! So glad you liked it 🙂 We’re happy to help!
The reason why it does not last more than 2 /3 days is soaking activates the fermentation process which continues even after you grind it to make milk. The key here is soak cashew overnight, next day wash in clean filtered water, and boil it for 5 minutes which halts the fermentation process and then proceed to make milk will last atleast 5 days. My kids absolutely love cashew milk with hint of vanilla and raw cacao 🙂
Hi Mina! Thanks a lot for your comment, I didn’t know that! Have a nice day 🙂
I made this and it tasted weird and watered down.. I’m wondering if I did something wrong?