20-Minute Kid-Friendly Cashew Strawberry Milk Recipe
This 20-minute kid-friendly cashew strawberry milk is a creamy, naturally sweetened plant-based drink. Made from soaked raw cashews, fresh strawberries, and dates, it offers a deliciously smooth and nutritious alternative to traditional dairy milk. The optional acai powder adds a lovely pink hue and an antioxidant boost, making it perfect for a wholesome snack or breakfast treat that children will adore.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 3 cups 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Cashew Milk Base
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 3 dates, pitted
- 2.5 to 3 cups water
Fruit and Flavoring
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- 1 tsp acai powder (optional, for color)
Instructions
- Soak Cashews: Start by soaking the raw cashews in boiling hot water for 15 minutes to soften them. This will help achieve a smoother milk texture when blended.
- Prepare Fruit: While the cashews soak, remove pits from the dates and slice the strawberries into smaller pieces to facilitate blending.
- Blend Ingredients: Add the soaked cashews (drained), sliced strawberries, pitted dates, acai powder (if using), and 2.5 cups of water into a high-speed blender like a Nutribullet. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth. Blend time may vary depending on your blender’s power.
- Strain Milk: Pour the blended mixture through a nut milk bag to strain out any pulp, resulting in a silky smooth cashew strawberry milk.
- Serve and Enjoy: Pour the strained milk into a glass and enjoy immediately or chill before serving for a refreshing treat.
Notes
- Adjust water quantity between 2.5 to 3 cups depending on desired milk thickness.
- Soaking cashews longer (up to 2 hours) can increase creaminess but requires more time.
- Use fresh or frozen strawberries; if frozen, thaw slightly for easier blending.
- Dates add natural sweetness; adjust amount according to taste or substitute with maple syrup if preferred.
- Store leftover milk in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; shake well before using as separation may occur.
Keywords: Cashew milk, Strawberry milk, Kid friendly drink, Plant based milk, Vegan milk, Dairy free, Nut milk, Healthy kids drink
