Organic cashew butter (200g)

What exactly is cashew butter and how is it made? We took a look behind the scenes for you!
Let's start at the very beginning: Cashew trees Grow in tropical regions such as Brazil or India. However, the cashew nut does not grow directly on these trees: the so-called ones grow instead Cashew apples On the tree. The cashew nut as we know it is simply attached to these apples - but is still in a protective shell. By the way, the apple can also be processed further, but this is not really common in our country. As soon as the apples become ripe, they can Cores collected And to Dry Be placed in the sun. Then comes an important step: the cashew nuts heated, usually roasted or steamed. This is so important because the raw kernel is poisonous and therefore not edible. The cashew nut only becomes edible when heated. So if you happen to pass a cashew tree, don't snack on fresh kernels! Now they will Shells removed And the Cores further processed: They are sorted, roasted again if necessary and then turned into a puree in huge mills ground. The longer you do this, the more creamier and finer Becomes the mush. A few technical steps later, the finished puree can be filled and begin its journey to your kitchen. 
By the way: We roast our cashews gently - that means at a lower temperature and for a little longer. In the end, the kernels don't taste as bitter and fewer heat-sensitive nutrients are destroyed. Win-win.
And what does cashew butter taste like? It tastes good very mild, subtly nutty and slightly sweet. It's one of the smoothest nut butters - so if you don't like the intense flavor of peanut butter, this nut butter might be for you!

Did you know that there is actually a difference between cashew butter and cashew butter? Although the terms are often used interchangeably, the two products are not the same: Cashew butter and cashew butter – the difference: The puree is usually very natural and consists of 100% simply ground cashew nuts. It is often a little more liquid.
Cashew butter can also contain oils, sugar, salt and other additives. It's more creamy.

Sounds delicious - but what can you do with cashew butter? The nut butter is super versatile and is particularly popular in vegan cuisine. The consistency and composition make the puree a win for many dishes and it can replace numerous animal ingredients.
We'll show you how to use your Mus!

Cashew butter | For what?

• Baking with cashew butter: It is a practical alternative to products like butter and works really well in many baked goods.
• Cashew butter as Substitute for cream & Co: When you cook, you can use the puree to thicken sauces, for example, or make your own vegan substitute products:
• Homemade cashew cream: Mix 150 ml of water and 3-4 tablespoons of nut cream until a creamy, thick cream alternative is created. Practical for sweet and savory dishes!
• Cashew milk from cashew butter: Simply mix 2 tablespoons of nut butter with 500 ml of water and add a sweetener of your choice or vanilla extract as desired. Your vegan milk alternative is now ready.

So cashew cream is not just any ingredient, but can be used to... vegan alternatives Animal products are easy to make yourself. This saves you a trip or two to the supermarket and your wallet will be happy too.

By the way: If you don't have any more puree in the house, there are some cashew butter alternatives: The best cashew butter substitutes are others Nut butter Such as hazelnut butter, almond butter or peanut butter. Depending on what you want to cook or bake, different mousses are more or less suitable:
Almond butter tastes more subtle, while peanut butter has a fairly strong flavor. Hazelnut butter goes perfectly with sweet dishes and peanut butter almost always goes down well with savory dishes.
Just equip yourself different nut butters And try out which nut is best for you.

Are you tired of having to make cashew butter yourself? We understand that! Vetain's cashew puree is a great alternative to homemade puree: clean, no added sugar, super creamy and the cashew puree is roasted... or the cashew nuts themselves. This means that our puree has a delicious aroma that stands out. The cashew butter is also certified organic because we know what is important.

Your quick facts about Vetains nut butter:

• Popular features: organic, clean and vegan
• Cashew butter Nutritional values: 100 g nut butter has 620 kcal, 48 g fat, 26 g carbohydrates and 20 g protein.
• Cashew butter Ingredients: Our puree consists of 100% roasted organic cashews - there are no hidden additives & Co.
• Cashew butter Durability: After opening, your puree will last for several weeks.
• Storage: Once opened, you can store your cashew butter in the refrigerator. This way it stays fresh longer. Small side effect: It can become firmer in the fridge, but as soon as you let it come to room temperature, it becomes super creamy again and is quickly ready to use again.

Well, any questions left? If not, you can do yours now Buy organic cashew butter And soon swing the wooden spoon! Collect already Recipe ideas For your new nut butter.

Did you know that cashews aren't actually nuts? They are actually the seeds from the cashew fruit. Therefore the term nut butter is actually not correct. Since cashews are very similar to nuts and also taste like them, we turn a blind eye and include the cream in our nut butter range. We have even more nut butters in stock: hazelnut, peanut and almond. If you're wondering which puree is suitable for what, here you go:

• Peanut butter: intensely nutty, often a little salty, as a spread, in cookies or energy balls
• Almond butter: rather mild, slightly sweet, can taste a bit like marzipan, in porridge or for baking
• Hazelnut butter: strongly nutty with roasted aromas, slightly sweet, in chocolate creams, desserts or as a topping on porridge
• Cashew butter: mild, very creamy and slightly buttery-sweet, in vegan sauces, spreads and vegan baked goods

Peanut butter, hazelnut butter, cashew butter or almond butter – who will win your heart?

Are you still a bit clueless as to how you can integrate Vetain's cashew butter into your diet? No problem – here are our favorite cashew butter recipe ideas:

Sweet recipes with cashew butter:

• As Topping Above Porridge, Pancakes Or Crepes – tastes super delicious!
• Cake with cashew butter: Simply replace the fat or oil with (a little more) cashew cream - for a better consistency you can add some applesauce to the dough. This is how you can also make a delicious cashew butter Banana Bread Bake!
• Cashew butter spread: You can either eat the cream plain on your bread or try out delicious combinations such as cashew butter, raspberry or banana. A little cocoa and a pinch of sweetness also taste delicious!
• Creamy nice cream: Put a frozen banana, a little puree and other ingredients such as cocoa or frozen berries as desired in a high-performance blender and quickly make your own, super creamy ice cream.
• Overnight oats: If you add a spoonful of the nut butter to your overnight oats, the result will be even creamier and fuller - that's what makes you look forward to breakfast, right?

Hearty cashew butter recipe:

• nutty Cashew butter dressing For a crisp salad – that’s something different.
• Thicken sauces Made easy: Add some cashew butter to the sauce and watch it become nice and creamy - a simple and delicious alternative to cream.
• Vegetables with Cashew butter dip: Chop your favorite vegetables into sticks and prepare a delicious dip from cashew butter, plant-based yogurt, garlic, a little salt and lemon juice.
• Cashew spread: Invent wild creations - whether an Italian version made from puree, dried tomatoes, garlic and herbs or a spicy version with chili... there are no limits to your imagination!

Cashew cream is a versatile companion in the kitchen and makes many recipes more delicious and nuttier. Just try it out and incorporate the puree into your dishes - you'll quickly get a good feeling for how you like the cream best. And soon you'll have to stop putting the nut cream in everything.