Yogurt has always been my favorite dessert. Until I went vegan, I ate two yogurts every single day, one after my lunch and another one after my dinner. I don't eat yogurt as a dessert anymore because I only eat desserts once in a while because they are harder to digest after a big meal, so I prefer to eat sweet things at breakfast or as a snack.
When people want to go vegan, it's hard to give up dairy products because they're addictive, but fortunately there are so many non-dairy products available now and also so many recipes we can make at home.
We posted a soy yogurt recipe, which is made like regular yogurt and a coconut yogurt recipe, which is so quick and easy, but some of you don't consume soy and fresh coconuts are not easy to find in some places like Spain, besides, they're not always affordable, so we've made this new recipe using cashews instead. Hope you enjoy it!
Tips:
- We haven't made this recipe using other nuts, so we don't know if it would work. If you try other nuts, please leave a comment.
- If you don't add the probiotic supplements, your yogurt won't taste the same and it won't be so good for your gut either.
Looking for more recipes with cashews? Explore my recipes for Vegan Cashew Cheese, Cashew Milk, and Cashew Butter. These recipes have you covered with the deliciousness of cashews!
Simple Vegan Cashew Yogurt
Ingredients
- 2 and ⅔ cups unsalted raw cashews
- 1 and ½ cup water
- 4 tablespoon lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 3 probiotic supplements
Instructions
- Soak the cashews overnight.
- Drain them and place them in a blender with the rest of the ingredients (except the probiotic supplements) and blend until smooth.
- Place the yogurt in a bowl, add the 3 probiotic supplements (we need the probiotic powder, so empty the capsules). Mix well.
- Cover with a cheesecloth and let it sit in a dark, cool room for at least 12 hours. Then you can enjoy the yogurt or keeping it in the fridge until it's cold.
Nutrition
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Mel says
Can you make this with store purchased cashew milk, for example Silk unsweetened Cashew Milk? Thanks for the recipe.
Iosune says
Hi Mel! I've never tried it myself, so I can't help you, sorry!
June E Siegel-Hill says
I have not made it yet, but am curious to know why you're supposed to leave it in a cool, dark room. Normally, you'd have some heat on like a yogurt maker would, right? What is the difference? Thanks.
Iosune says
Hi June! I'm not sure, but it works 🙂 It's also okay to leave it at room temperature, but it should be covered.
Peggy says
Id love to try this recipe but could I use store bought cashew milk instead of making my own? Thanks Peg
Iosune says
Hi Peggy! Yes, of course. As long as it has no preservatives or nasty additives is okay 🙂
Mat says
Can I use rejuvelac instead of the probiotic and the water and hace the same effects? thanks
Iosune says
Hi Mat! I've never made it using rejuvelac, but I think it could work 🙂
Eryn says
I made this and it tastes salty. Reminded me more of cream cheese than yogurt which is great if I would have added less water and made it thicker. Besides that, great recipe!
Iosune says
Hi Eryn! Try to add less salt next time 🙂 Thanks for your comment!
Naomi says
I have probiotic capsules for myself, but I also have children's probiotic powder. Would it be a bad idea to use the children's powder instead? I just think that might be easier, since I have it anyway. If you think its fine, how much of it should i use? Thanks in advance.
Iosune says
Hi Naomi! I've never heard about children's probiotic powder, so I don't know, sorry!
Carolyn says
WHy do you not mix in the probiotic powder with the other ingredients? Also, do you ever double the recipe ? I’m anxious to make this !
Iosune says
Hi Carolyn! Because the bacteria in probiotics are delicate, so it's better this way. No, I don't, but it should work 🙂
Cynthia Moody says
Hello,
I love this vegan cashew yogurt. I have a question about substituting the water for cashew milk. I would appreciate your feedback on whether this would work.
Thank you so much, I just love your recipes!!!
Iosune says
Hi Cynthia! Thanjs a lot 🙂 I think it should work, but I've never tried it myself, so I'm not sure. Have a nice day!
Nicole says
Just made this and it comes out too tangy and fermenting for me. I even put in a little vanilla extract when making but it’s too strange tasting for me to eat. Not as pleasant as most store bought. Will try other recipes
Iosune says
Hi Nicole! I'm so sorry the recipe didn't work for you, but it works. Have you used the same ingredients and followed all the steps? Maybe try to let it sit less time. Have a nice day!
SK says
Hello -- I followed your link to iHerb, and it looks as though the probiotic you recommend has gelatin in it, so it is not vegan (please scroll all the way down on the page and you will see an answered question in regard to this). I just wanted to give you a heads up on that! Thank you for your beautiful recipe!
Iosune says
Hi! The probiotic is vegan and is not made with gelatin. There are other non-vegan probiotic supplements made by PB8, but not this one. If you read the ingredients it's made with cellulose and water 🙂
Sarah says
What is the difference between this and cashew butter? And is the 1.5 cups of water for soaking the nuts or should that be added to the blender after soaking?
Iosune says
Hi Sarah! Cashew butter is higher in fat and it's only made with cashews. You have to soak the cashews, discard the water and add 1.5 cups of clean water (with the rest of the ingredients) to the blender 🙂
TAnia says
I've just popped mine in fridge to get cold. Has a slight yeast smell like bread, is that normal? This is my first time. Thanks Tania
Iosune says
Hi Tania! It could have a strong flavor as any other yogurt or fermented food. Have a nice day!