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
Calories: 256kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 328mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 715IU | Vitamin C: 7.7mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1.8mg