The peaches this summer have been the sweetest and juiciest I’ve had in a long time!
Whether they’re donut peaches or ordinary yellow peaches, they have been super satisfying.
Aside from eating them plain, I’ve been putting them in a lot recipes like this peachy keen kale saladĀ and this farmer’s market salad.
I even glazed them with honey, baked them in the oven for the first time and ended up with a super healthy, melt-in-your-mouth dessert.
Even thoughĀ I don’t eat dairy products, I really enjoy and am always lookingĀ forĀ recipes for rich and creamy foods and drinksĀ that remind me of the “mouthfeel” of ice cream, cheese, and milk, but are made without those ingredients.
Making dairy-free smoothies and milkshakes are one of the ways I like to do that.
Check out these cool “donut” peaches š
When my sister tried this smoothie, she said it tasted like one of theĀ smoothies from Orange Julius…but better!
This dairy-free, vegan recipe is quick andĀ simple and doesn’t require any fancy ingredients. Blending the cashews with the liquid at the very beginning is what gives the smoothie its creamy texture without any milk, cream or yogurt!
I use raw cashews in lots of other recipes to make dips and even cheesecakes creamy.
You have to try this one forĀ yourself – you will be amazed!
Peaches ‘n Cream Smoothie (Orange Julius Style)
Serves 2
Ingredients
- Ā¼ cup raw cashews*Ā (these are cheapest at Trader Joe’s!)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups water (you can use almond milk if you prefer an even creamier texture – I usedĀ 1 cup each of water and almond milk)
- 3 cups peaches (sliced and frozen – or use fresh peaches for a “frothier” smoothie)
- 1 cup ice
- Optional (but tasteless!): 2 cups spinach
Click here for the full recipe from Girl Makes Food.
Kayla
This recipe looks and sounds wonderful!! I’ve seen cashews in “cheesecake” recipes but I would have never thought to put them in a smoothie. I love peaches, too, they are so refreshing. Thanks for the recipe!!
racheldruck
Kayla, let me know what you think! Yes! Cashews can be used in a lot of recipes to create the creamy texture, and I’ve used them in a lot of my dips and sauces along with these 3 versions of dairy-free cheesecakes š http://rachelsnourishingkitchen.wordpress.com/2014/07/28/deliciously-dairy-free-mini-cheesecakes-3-ways/. Thanks for taking the time to comment!
Missy Cohen
Peaches are my favorite and they have been exceptional this year! My son and I are also lactose intolerant and we loved this recipe. Thank you for sharing and keep up the good work!
racheldruck
Hi, Missy! Aren’t they?? They’ve been the best I can remember in years. So glad you and your son enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for taking the time to comment and let everyone know how it turned out for you! š Check out the roasted peach recipe with coconut milk whipped cream, too. Super simple and melt-in-your-mouth delicious! http://rachelsnourishingkitchen.wordpress.com/2014/08/24/melt-in-your-mouth-honey-glazed-peaches-only-4-ingredients/