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Almond Cashew Cream with Amaretto Cherries

Homesteading Dreams
Vegan dessert with a strong almond flavor.
5 from 1 vote

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups frozen or fresh dark red cherries
  • 3 Tbsp. amaretto liquor
  • 1/2 cup raw cashews
  • 2 Tbsp. coconut sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp. almond extract
  • 1/2 cup sliced chopped, or slivered almonds

Instructions
 

  • Mix the cherries and amaretto in a small bowl and put in the fridge for 1 day, stirring occasionally.
  • Soak the cashews in 1 cup of water for 6-8 hours.
  • Drain the cashews and discard the soaking water.
  • In a blender, mix the soaked cashews, coconut sugar, coconut oil, 1/4 cup water, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
  • Blend the cashew mixture until smooth. Refrigerate over night.
  • Toast the almonds in a saute pan over medium heat until toasted brown.
  • To assemble, spoon a couple of spoonfuls of the cherry mixture (with liquid) into a glass or bowl.
  • Spoon a couple spoonfuls of the cashew cream mixture over the cherries.
  • Sprinkle with toasted almonds.
  • Serve.