Keto-Friendly Unsweetened Cashew Milk Recipe
Creamy, low-carb unsweetened cashew milk made with simple ingredients. Perfect for the keto diet and great in coffee, smoothies, baking, or cooking. This easy homemade recipe is dairy-free, sugar-free, and ready in minutes.
- Prep Time: 8 hours (including soaking)
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 cups 1x
- Category: Drink
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Keto, Dairy-Free
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 cup raw cashews (soaked overnight)
- 4 cups filtered water
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or a few drops of liquid stevia (for slight sweetness)
Instructions
- Soak Cashews: Soak the cashews in water for at least 8 hours or overnight. For quicker results, soak in hot water for 2 hours.
- Drain and Rinse: Drain the soaked cashews and rinse them under cold water.
- Blend: Add the cashews, 4 cups of filtered water, and a pinch of salt to a blender. If desired, add vanilla extract or stevia. Blend on high for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
- Strain (Optional): For smoother milk, strain through a nut milk bag, fine mesh strainer, or clean kitchen towel into a bowl.
- Store: Pour the cashew milk into an airtight container and refrigerate. Shake before use.
Notes
- Adjust water for creamier or thinner milk (use less for creamier, more for thinner).
- Leftover cashew pulp can be used in baking or as a topping for yogurt.
- Keeps fresh for 3-4 days in the fridge.
Please note: The recipe or ingredients shown in the video might vary slightly from what’s listed here. Use the video as an illustration, but for the best results, you might want to stick to the recipe provided in this article.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 40 Sugar: 0g Sodium: 50mg Fat: 3.5g Saturated Fat: 0.6g Unsaturated Fat: 2.9g Trans Fat: 0g Carbohydrates: 1.5g Fiber: 0.5g Protein: 1.5g Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://www.wellnesswarrior.org/keto-unsweetened-cashew-milk/