Cashew Sour Cream Non Dairy Sour Cream Alternative Substitute Recipe

This unbelievably creamy cashew sour cream will blow your mind! It's completely vegan, pareve, dairy-free, and raw, yet tastes just like the real thing. Perfect for anyone with lactose intolerance or following a plant-based diet. Use it as a topping for your favorite dishes – black bean soup, burritos, nachos, tamales – or as a cooling element in spicy recipes like borscht. So delicious, even sour cream lovers will be amazed!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 125 mins
Calories 99.8 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.2 (18 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cashew Sour Cream Non Dairy Sour Cream Alternative Substitute

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How to Make Cashew Sour Cream Non Dairy Sour Cream Alternative Substitute

  1. Soak 1 cup raw cashews in cold water for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  2. Drain the cashews thoroughly and add them to a high-speed food processor.
  3. Add 1/4 cup cold water, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar to the food processor.
  4. Blend for 3-4 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed, until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, lemon juice, or vinegar to your preference.
  6. Transfer the cashew sour cream to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. It will thicken as it chills. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

7g

Carbs

2g