Maple Orange Fruit Cups with Cashew Cream
Spiced fruit cups topped with a simple dairy-free cashew cream make for a light but satisfying dessert.
Maple Orange Fruit Cups with Cashew Cream
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 256kcal
Ingredients
- 8 cups mixed fresh fruit such as blueberries, raspberries, peeled and chopped pears, chopped figs, and halved grapes
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup raw cashews soaked in water at room temperature for 8-12 hours
- ½ cup water or more if needed
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the fruit, maple syrup, lemon juice, orange zest, and cinnamon. Toss gently to combine. Let sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Drain the soaked cashews and place them in a blender. Add ½ cup fresh water, honey, and vanilla. Blend on high until creamy and smooth, adding more water, if needed, to yield a smooth but thick consistency.
- To serve, divide the fruit mixture among 8 small (4-6 ounce) glasses, jars, or clear cups. Top each cup with a dollop of cashew cream. Garnish with mint leaves.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Maple Orange Fruit Cups with Cashew Cream
Amount Per Serving
Calories 256
Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Sodium 15mg1%
Potassium 328mg9%
Carbohydrates 47g16%
Fiber 4g16%
Sugar 35g39%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 715IU14%
Vitamin C 7.7mg9%
Calcium 23mg2%
Iron 1.8mg10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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