Do you love milky tea or your coffee light? My Cashew Almond Vegan Creamer is just what you need to create a plant-based version. It’s thick and creamy, but best of all it’s easy to make!
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A cup of perfectly brewed tea is my favorite way to take some time out just for me. I tend to over-schedule myself, but once I take even 10 minutes to sit down to drink a little tea I’m relaxed and recharged.
For me, a cuppa is not complete without some vegan creamer. I like my Earl Grey mine extra milky.
Do you take your tea with Vegan Creamer?
In my opinion, hot tea needs a thick, rich creamer to elevate it to the perfect drink. Today, I have a super-easy cashew almond vegan creamer recipe for you.
I made this vegan creamer kinda plain so it would let the flavors of your favorite tea shine through. My go-to tea is Earl Grey, but I love spiced tea too.
I want you to think of the recipe as a base. It’s a plain unsweetened creamer that can be hard to find at a store.
But you can sweeten it, add your favorite extract flavors, or even blend in some dates to make it fancier for plain coffee or tea.
What inspired me to make this Cashew Almond Vegan Creamer
We had a traditional hot tea drink with cinnamon and orange that I grew up on in Winston-Salem. I love that Bigelow‘s Constant Comment reminds me of that same childhood Christmas tea. It has a bright orange flavor that is perfect with its spice blend.
Many of you will be visiting friends and relatives for the holidays. One of the things I love about Bigelow Tea is you can find it everywhere. While I was traveling back from Charleston this weekend I was able to grab some at a Walmart in the middle of nowhere.
There’s no excuse to miss out on a relaxing cup of tea wherever you are. Plus while you are at the store you can pick up some nuts to make this creamer!
How do you make vegan creamer?
I used half cashews and half almonds in my creamer, but you can use just one or the other. I love the richness that cashews add.
Be sure to always buy broken pieces of cashews or other expensive nuts whenever you can. They are so much cheaper.
Then you will soak the almonds and cashews overnight, blend, and strain.
Do you strain homemade vegan creamer with a nut milk bag or a fine-mesh strainer?
Once the ingredients are blended you’ll strain them through a nut milk bag or fine mesh strainer. I like to use a fine-mesh strainer, but you can use a nut milk bag.
There will be a ton of pulp leftover. Instead of throwing it away, I like to toss it in the batter when I’m making dog cookies.
You can also dry it in the dehydrator to use later or to grind into flour.
What is the best time to eat almonds?
Eating almonds on an empty tummy may help you absorb its nutrients faster, so people believe it’s best to eat them during breakfast when you literally “break” your “fast.” But you can eat them any time (like I do).
How should almonds be eaten?
Not really a should, but you can eat almonds as a snack, whether raw or toasted, or you can add them to smoothies or desserts.
Almond nuts come in sliced, flaked, and slivered forms, so there are plenty of ways to use them in recipes. There’s also almond flour, almond oil, almond butter, and almond milk.
Do soaked cashews go bad?
Yes, so use them right away. If you can’t, you can store your soaked cashews in the fridge so they’ll last for up to 2 days.
You can use your nose to see if they have gone off. Rancid nuts smell like oils that have turned.
What are the benefits of cashews?
Cashews are low in sugar and high in fiber, heart-healthy lipids, and protein. They also contain copper, magnesium, and manganese, all of which are necessary for energy production, brain function, immunity, and bone health.
Can you eat raw cashews?
Commercially “raw” cashews have actually been steamed or roasted once to remove toxic oil residue. So yep, I do take a bite of some of these “raw cashews” sometimes, just before I blend them in or use them in recipes.
Cashews that are “truly raw” are technically still enclosed in their shells, which you cannot eat.
Can I add creamer to tea?
Well, yes, that’s basically what we’re doing here. Vegan creamers with all sorts of flavors and new textures can add more interest to your tea time. While not all teas blend well with coffee creamer, most black teas do.
What is the best creamer for tea?
When it comes to taste and texture, “best” would be subjective. I do love my cashew almond vegan creamer, but soy milk creamer is another popular non-dairy option. It has a creamy consistency but is not as sweet as almond milk.
Tea is a little on the acidic side, so cold soy milk creamer will curdle when added to hot tea; you need to warm the soy creamer first.
How long can creamer sit out?
If you’ve left your liquid creamer out for more than 3 hours, it’s likely spoiled already, so discard it.
To keep your homemade creamer for longer, store it in the fridge at 40°F.
What ingredients do I use to make Cashew Almond Vegan Creamer?
Now, this really is a short and straightforward list:
- Almonds
- Cashews
- Water
How to make Cashew Almond Vegan Creamer
First soak the almonds, cashews, and water in your blender for 8 to 12 hours. Then, blend until smooth and strain through a fine-mesh strainer or nut milk bag.
Now you have a base creamer for all your favorite drinks!
More vegan creamer recipes to try
Tea time is an essential part of the day for many of us, so having plenty of plant-based creamer options would come in handy.
Next time you sit down for chai or coffee, try pouring in some Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Cashew Creamer to make your drink more interesting (it doesn’t have pumpkin, just pumpkin spice).
You could also make a Coconut Oat Vanilla Nut Vegan Coffee Creamer beforehand, or a Vegan Slow Cooker Date-Sweetened Apple Spice Creamer if you enjoy cinnamon.
But you may love all sorts of Starbucks-like drinks, so I’ll leave these 5 Coffeehouse Slow Cooker Recipes to you, too. Enjoy!
Cashew Almond Vegan Creamer
This is a basic vegan creamer that you can customize to your heart's desire. Sweeten it or not, add vanilla extract or even soak some dates with the nuts and make a caramel flavored creamer that's amazing in chai!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almonds
- 1/2 cup cashew pieces
- 1 1/2 cups water
Instructions
- Soak the almonds, cashews, and water in your blender for 8 to 12 hours.
- Blend until smooth and strain through a fine mesh strainer or nut milk bag. Now you have a base creamer for all your favorite drinks!
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Nutrition Information
Yield 16 Serving Size 1Amount Per Serving Calories 50Total Fat 4gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 3gCholesterol 0mgSodium 50mgCarbohydrates 2gFiber 1gSugar 0gProtein 2g
Nutrition information is provided from nutritionix.com as a close estimate. If you have specific health issues please put the recipe information, including the exact ingredients you use, into the nutritional calculator your Dr. recommends.
JanetGoingCrazy says
I never would have thought to make my own creamer, but your recipe sounds delicious! [client]
Kathy Hester says
I love making creamers – especially since I can customize them!
Dianne says
I don’t usually put anything in my tea, but this looks delicious, so I might have to start!
Kathy Hester says
It’s great in coffee too!
Kathryn Grace says
We tried cashew creamer a while back and it didn’t work out so well. Maybe the almonds will do the trick. Going to give this one a try. Thank you.
Kathy Hester says
What about the other creamer didn’t you like? Was it the thickness or flavor?
Sharon says
I read that cashew cream doesn’t work in tea/coffee too. I think it was because it separated? In any event, I’ve never tried it, but I see a few posters here have, and they don’t mention any problems. Perhaps the almonds will alleviate whatever problem the cashews created. Can’t wait to try your recipe.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
What a wonderful little warm sip! The creamer is so simple Kathy!
Mel@avirtualvegan.com says
What a great idea. I make all of my own cashew and almond milk but never thought to make it thicker like this and use as a creamer. Guess what I’m doing tomorrow now! lol
Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says
I adore fruit and herbal teas and what a great creamer this is!
Sara says
This creamer sounds so interesting and a great way to enjoy a cup of tea!
Kristina says
GOSH this sounds just lovely. and I love cinnamon and orange – I want exactly this. 🙂
Vanessa @VeganFamilyRecipes.com says
I can only imagine that this also taste absolutely delicious in coffee as well! Looks so good 🙂 Such a great recipe!
The Food Hunter says
I never would have thought of this…thanks for sharing
Florian @ContentednessCooking says
This is such an amazing idea for the tea time. Love that you use a mix of cashews and almonds.
Hedi Hearts says
My favourite flavours, will be trying for sure xx
Linda @ Veganosity says
LOVE the combination of nuts for this creamer. And your photos are beautiful.
Kim Beaulieu says
I could just sip this creamer all day long. I love anything with cashew in it. We’re addicted to cashew milk but it’s pricey so this would be a great alternative for us for coffee and tea.
Kathy Hester says
If you can find broken cashews that will make it even cheaper!
Sophia @veggies don't bite says
Great idea to make your own! I don’t drink coffee but I do drink tea and this sounds yum for that!
Christine@24 Carrot Kitchen says
I love cashew creamers! I usually add a store bought almond milk to coffee, tea, etc… I will have to give this one a try because I would really prefer to make my own.
Kathy Hester says
You’ll be surprised at how easy they are.
Sarah says
I can’t believe I have yet to try making a vegan coffee creamer out of nuts before! I love how simple this recipe is – and I bet it would be easy to add different spices to it as well
Melissa @ Cilantro and Citronella says
I can’t get creamer where I live and I’ve never thought to making my own. I used to get this really yummy pumpkin spice creamer years ago, I bet I could make this and add a bit of pumpkin spice mix to it and it’d be just as good.
Kathy Hester says
It’s so easy – you’ll love it! I have a pumpkin-spice creamer here:
The Vegan 8 says
This looks so amazing Kathy! I make cashew cream and almond cream all the time, but have never combined the two, what a wonderful idea! Will try that!
Gin says
This looks so creamy and soothing, perfect for a relaxing tea or coffee. I love your idea about buying broken cashew pieces too! 🙂
Howie Fox says
That looks super interesting! I come from a region we’re drinking tea is as common as in England. Around here we drink it with a little cream sort of a sugar cube. You don’t stir though, you drink from bitter to sweet 🙂
Sina @ Vegan Heaven says
I usually don’t put anything in my tea, but this looks so delicious! 🙂
nancy @ ordinary vegan says
You have inspired me to make my own almond cream. I drink tea English style (with almond milk) so this recipe is perfect for me!
Willow says
This sounds like a great alternative to processed vegan creamers! I make other things from scratch, I think it is about time I made my own vegan creamer too!
Marcia says
Not long ago you emailed us a recipe for Cashew Almond Date creamer, but I can’t seem to fine it here today so I’m going to post my comment about it here!
Ever since I opened that email, I’ve been making that on a weekly basis! Mostly, I’ve used it in coffee, but today I tried using it in Chai tea as you suggested. You said the date gave the tea a carmel flavor that really complimented the tea. OH MY, are you right! I love chai tea and use it as a treat instead of a daily event. Your recipe elevated the flavor up to the next level, thank you!
I’ve never been one to use sugar in my coffee and was worried how it would effect it, so I started with a half of a Deglet Noir date. I have since increased it to the whole date and I’m truly enjoying the smooth boost it adds. I’ve been adding a bit more of everything (but the date) so the creamer would make it through the week! I love that you can put the ingredients in the blender and let it sit over night so it’s ready the next morning, so easy!
Thanks so much for all your wonderful ideas! It’s truly a pleasure opening your messages everyday because there’s always magic inside!
Marcia
Tori says
How long does this last in the fridge, please? Bye, I have been putting a much thicker cashew/almond cream in my coffee and have never strained it. I make it with my Vitamix, and it seems to crush everything completely.
Kathy Hester says
I usually use mine up within a week. It will separate as the days go on, so you will need to shake it up. Some people don’t mind it unstrained and others do, so I always want you to do what works best for you!
Darlene says
I followed this recipe and after 3 days it tasted sour. I noticed some say it lasts a week as a creamer, has anyone else had this issue with it turning sour after a few days?
Nancy says
How many calories per serving is this? People don’t know how to convert kcal to calories. How much is a serving size, 1 TB, 2 TB?? Waiting to hear before I try it. Thanks.