ALMOND-VANILLA CASHEW CREAMER | V / April 2, 2020 by Lindsey | Dolly and Oatmeal

ALMOND-VANILLA CASHEW CREAMER | dolly and oatmeal

in the grand scheme of things, do we really need a creamer recipe? probably not. but i’m going to argue it’s good for the mind and soul in the days where unthinkable news is relayed minute after minute. whether you go to starbucks, a local coffee shop, or you make your caffeinated (or non-caffeinated) bevs at home, you know that a good glug of creamy milk is essential to really enjoy said beverage. and, since many of our favorite coffee shops are closed, i thought a homemade creamer would be a great little back pocket recipe to have in your kitchen to make easing into your morning and facing the day a bit more bearable. it’s one of those little recipes that make me really happy, and i just hope it make you happy too.

what i love about this creamer is: 1. you can really use whatever nuts/seeds you have on hand (i personally love using at least 1/2 cup cashews because it adds an inherent creaminess that you just don’t get with a lot of nuts or seeds). 2. you can make this 2 ways - a sweet version that can be added to to your morning drink, or an unsweetened version that is fantastic in your morning beverage as well, but can be repurposed for savory uses as well (i outline some below in the recipe notes). whichever way you go you’re a winner though. 3. it uses pantry staples, like almonds, cashews, a bit of oats, and some liquid sweetener. i hope you love this creamer as much as i do, and i hope it brings as much happiness into your home as it does mine - it’s all about the small things :)

sending big virtual squeezes to you all.

xo.

almond-vanilla cashew creamer | v

| makes about 2 cups |

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notes: for an unsweetened creamer, simply remove the monkfruit or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. unsweetened creamer can be used for all sorts of things besides pouring it into your morning beverages. use it in soup to make it creamier, mix it into tomato sauce or pesto for a creamier take on that as well. mix into scrambles eggs or a frittata, etc., etc.!

method

place the rinsed almonds and cashews in the container of an upright blender (preferably high-speed). add the oats and water, and blend on high for about 90 seconds, until everything is broken down and frothy.
place a nut milk bag over a large bowl, and strain the creamer, squeezing all the liquid out. rinse the blender container, pour the creamer back in. add the monkfruit (or maple syrup), and the vanilla, blend once again to combine.
pour creamer into an airtight jar and place in the refrigerator. creamer will stay good in the fridge for up to 4 days.

ingredients

1/2 cup raw almonds, soaked 4 hours, drained and rinsed

1/2 cup raw cashews, soaked 4 hours, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons gluten-free rolled oats
2 cups filtered water
6-8 drops liquid monkfruit (or 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup)
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

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Raspberry Crumble Overnight Chia Oats (& A Giveaway!) / June 27, 2018 by Lindsey | Dolly and Oatmeal

Raspberry Crumble Overnight Chia Oats | Dolly and Oatmeal

i'm not super into meal prep, and truth is i never really have been. prepping meals for the week always seemed like the thing people were doing to make their lives easier. i see countless instagram accounts of people dedicating hours of their sunday to cook meals, conponents, and sides for the week. and from my vantage point, that always seemed doable. until i tried to do it. but dedicating a few hours on a sunday when all i want to do is hang out with my family is a tough ask. but truth is, for me, meal prepping tends to make me feel overwhelmed.

the solution i've found for the moment is to prepare for at least 3 days with a dressing, a sauce, a make-ahead meal or two, and that's about it. our schedule fluctuates so often during the week, between last minute meetings, appointments, work running late, etc., that i've found that an entire week worth of meals tends to get wasted, unfortunately.

one of those meals i've been prepping to make mornings easier are these overnight oats. most times it's just a basic version with rolled oats, chia seeds, almond milk, some smooshed fruit, and a good glug of nut butter on top. sometimes i'll snack on it after a big workout, or give it to amesy for his morning or afternoon snack. it's a reliable little dish to have on hand throughout the week that doesn't require more than what's in your pantry. what i find helpful is to have a basic checklist, so that my pantry is always stocked with essential items i might need:

pantry-stable almond breeze almondmilk
rolled oats (certified gluten-free)
chia seeds/whole or ground flaxseed
nuts: almonds, cashews, pecans, etc.
seeds: sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, etc.
nut/seed butter: almond butter, cashew butter, tahini, sunflower butter, etc.
maple syrup or sweetener of choice

i usually buy most of these items in the bulk section of my grocer and store them in jars i've bought or collected over time. i keep them front and center of the pantry so i know when to re-up the supply, it works for me, and keeps things running a bit more smoothly. one thing that has definitely kept it all running though is always having almond milk on hand. shelf-stable almond breeze almond milk is always there to come to my much needed relief when i'm in the middle of a recipe and run out of refrigerated almond milk if there is one thing that i make sure my pantry is stocked with, it's that, and it lasts up to one year in there. when you've got a hangry toddler demanding breakfast, it literally saves the day, and prevents things from becoming more chaotic than they need to be.

xo, friends!

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raspberry crumble overnight chia oats | gf & v

there are 2 options for making these overnight oats:

with a baked crumble. it adds an additional step, that only requires preheating the oven, and baking it for 5-7 minutes. if you have the time, i think it's definitely worth the extra few minutes.
with a crumble. this only requires a quick mixing of the ingredients, and then for them to sit overnight. both are super tasty and still give you that crumble vibe.

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| makes 2 generous servings |

crumble

1/4 cup almond meal
2 tablespoons gluten free rolled oats
2 tablespoons slivered almonds
1 teaspoon black sesame seeds
1/2 teaspoon chia seeds
pinch of salt
1 1/2 tablespoon melted coconut oil
1/2 tablespoon maple syrup

raspberries

1 cup fresh raspberries
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1-2 teaspoons maple syrup

oats

1 1/2 cups gluten-free rolled oats
2 tablespoons chia seeds
fat pinch fine sea salt
1 1/2 cups almond breeze almondmilk
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 tablespoon almond butter

method

crumble. baked: preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. in a small bowl, mix together the almond meal, oats, almonds, sesame seeds, chia seeds, and salt. add the coconut oil and maple syrup, use a fork to toss everything together. place in the fridge for 10 minutes.
loosen the crumble with your fingers and turn out, and arrange it in an even layer on the baking sheet. bake for 5-7 minutes, until golden brown. remove from the oven and let cool.
crumble: raw: mix together the almond meal, oats, almonds, sesame seeds, chia seeds, and salt. add the coconut oil and maple syrup, use a fork to toss everything together. cover the bowl, and store the crumble in the fridge overnight.
raspberries. to a small saucepan over medium-low heat, add the raspberries, water, lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon of maple syrup. stir everything together and cook for 3-5 minutes, until most of the raspberries are broken down, and the liquid has reduced. remove from heat and let cool. store in an airtight container or jar and store in the fridge once fully cooled.
oats. mix together the oats, chia seeds, and a fat pinch of salt. in a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, maple syrup, and almond butter. stir the liquid ingredients into the dry. taste and add more salt and/or maple syrup if desired. place in an airtight jar or container, and store in the fridge overnight.
to assemble: scoop desired amount of overnight oats into a bowl. (drizzle more almond milk if you want a thinner consistency.) add a good scoop of raspberries over top. then add the baked or raw crumble over the raspberries (if using the raw crumble, use your hands to loosen the crumble into bits first). add more almond butter if desired.

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Summer Fridays! Steel Cut Oats w/ Peaches & Cashew Cream / July 15, 2016 by Lindsey | Dolly and Oatmeal

Summer Fridays! Steel Cut Oats w/ Peaches & Cashew Cream | dolly and oatmeal

these breakfast oats are a reminder of my time spent in LA last summer with my brother, his fiancé, and my husband. we stayed in my brother's apartment in downtown near one of cafe gratitude's locations (aka my favorite restaurant on earth). every morning frank and i would head down there for some breakfast. i would either get the granola or their steel cut oats, and frank would try some funky thing that i would never go for (like this savory french toast with tempeh chorizo!). the oats became an instant favorite. they had a creamy yet al dente consistency, they were mixed with stewed peaches, and topped with a mildly sweet cashew cream. when i went back for another visit a couple months ago all i wanted was their oats and those stewed peaches! to my (somewhat) dismay, they were serving the oatmeal with seasonal pears instead of summer peaches. womp, womp.

so, i decided to make my own variation of peachy oats and share it here on this summer friday! i think i far surpassed any expectation i had with this recipe. i thought nothing would come close those LA oats. turns out i was wrong (or maybe it's been too long since i had the original). i've been eating bowls and bowls of this stuff each morning and cannot get enough! it's a really adaptable recipe if you want to include another fruit other than peaches - nectarines, apricots, cherries, etc.! and the cream is way delish. it's sweet, but not overly so, and has bit of a bite thanks to some lemon juice and vinegar.

wishing you a bright & beautiful weekend! xo.

steel cut oats w/ peaches & cashew cream | v & gf

| makes 3-4 servings |

1 cup raw cashews, soaked overnight, rinsed, and drained
1/2-3/4 filtered water, plus more for soaking
2 tablespoons maple syrup
3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
fine sea salt
1 cup steel cut oats
1 tablespoon extra virgin coconut oil
1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup
3 ripe but firm peaches, cut into 1-inch chunks

method

make the cashew cream. place the cashews, 1/2 cup of water, maple syrup, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract , vinegar, and a pinch of salt into a high-speed blender (preferably a vitamix). blend on high for about 1-2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the container and adding more water as needed to get a smooth, fluid consistency. taste and adjust, adding more syrup or salt. place in a lidded jar and set aside.
make the oats. cook the oats according the instructions on the back of your package. (i like adding a pinch or two of salt to the water.)
while the oats are cooking, make the peaches. heat a sauté pan over medium-low heat. once the pan is hot, add the oil and maple syrup and give it a swirl. add the peaches and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, use a rubber spatula to gently toss everything together. let the peaches cook, stirring every couple of minutes, until they are soft but not falling apart; about 7-10 minutes.
serve with peaches and a good drizzle of cashew cream. leftovers can be stored in a lidded container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

enjoy!