Lemon Poppy Seed Cashew Bliss (Printable Version)
Creamy cashew treats zested with fresh lemon and dotted with poppy seeds—a simple no-bake delight.
# What You'll Need:
→ Nut Base
01 - 1 cup raw cashews (soaked in hot water for 1 hour, then drained)
02 - 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
03 - 1/4 cup almond flour
04 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
05 - Zest of 1 large lemon
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
07 - 2 tablespoons coconut oil (melted)
08 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
09 - Pinch of sea salt
→ Mix-Ins
10 - 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
→ Garnish (optional)
11 - Extra lemon zest
12 - Additional poppy seeds
# How To Make:
01 - Line an 8x8-inch baking dish or tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
02 - Combine soaked cashews, shredded coconut, almond flour, maple syrup, lemon zest, lemon juice, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt in a food processor. Blend until a thick, fairly smooth dough forms, scraping down the sides as needed.
03 - Add poppy seeds and pulse just until evenly distributed throughout the mixture. Avoid over-processing to maintain their crunchy texture.
04 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls, or press the mixture into the prepared dish and smooth the top evenly for bars.
05 - Sprinkle extra lemon zest and poppy seeds over the top if desired for enhanced presentation and flavor.
06 - Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until the treats are firm and set.
07 - Serve chilled. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They taste like sunshine wrapped in creamy goodness but somehow feel virtuous enough for breakfast
- The texture is impossibly smooth with tiny crunches that make every bite interesting
02 -
- Do not skip soaking the cashews because the texture will be grainy instead of dreamy
- These need to stay cold or they will become soft and lose their perfect shape
03 -
- Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly than cold ones straight from the fridge
- A little extra lemon zest never hurt anyone, especially when serving to citrus lovers