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This Healthy Vegan Peaches and Cream features fresh peaches layered in a lightly sweetened cashew cream, making it naturally dairy-free and a delicious, clean-eating summer dessert or snack.

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Perfect for the poolside, picnics or an afternoon pick-me-up, this Peaches and Cream is cooling and full of peachy flavour. It also makes cute dessert cups for make-ahead snacks or a dairy-free option to serve at parties and barbecues.
Plus, with a creamy cashew base that's lightly sweetened with pure maple syrup, it's even healthy enough to serve for breakfast or brunch!
What Makes This Peaches And Cream Healthier?
Made with simple, whole food ingredients and no refined sugars, this Peaches and Cream is a healthier option that's also dairy-free!
Health Benefits
Vitamin and mineral-rich. Peaches and cashews are a great source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamins C, A, potassium and calcium.
Heart-healthy. Peaches are a great source of potassium and fibre that can contribute to heart health.
Skin-loving. Peaches are rich in nutrients that can contribute to skin health, including antioxidants and vitamin C.
Seasonal Benefits
Summer is the best season to enjoy this cooling, no-bake dessert, especially with fresh-picked peaches when they are in season.
How To Make Vegan Peaches And Cream
Making dairy-free and vegan Peaches and Cream incredibly simple, especially if you already have a batch of cashew cream whipped up and ready to go!
What You Will Need
Equipment
- Knife to slice the fresh peaches. I find a sharp chef's knife works best.
- Sealable jars or bowl to layer and infuse the peaches into the sweetened cashew cream.
- Measuring utensils for accuracy.
- Spoon or spatula to stir the sweet cashew cream.
- Skillet (optional) if you make the crunchy granola topping.
Ingredients
- Fresh peaches offer the boldest flavour and juiciest texture.
- Cashew Cream offers a creamy, dreamy base that's naturally dairy-free.
- Pure maple syrup adds a touch of sweetness to the cashew cream. Its caramel-like notes also complement the tartness of peaches.
- Lemon juice adds a mild zing to the cashew cream, which helps to mask the cashew flavour and bring out the creaminess.
- Pure vanilla extract adds an uplifting flavour to the cashew cream, adding to the sweetness of maple syrup and creating a taste that more closely resembles traditional Peaches and Cream.
Step 1: Sweeten Cashew Cream
First, you will need to make a batch of cashew cream. Follow this step-by-step guide for the best results.
Mix the cashew cream, lemon juice, pure vanilla extract and maple syrup. You can either zip them together in a blender when you are blending the cashew cream or mix them together in a bowl with a spoon or spatula.
Step 2: Layer Peaches and Cream
First, cut the peaches into slices or chop them into cubes if you prefer smaller chunks.
Then, add a layer of sweetened cashew cream into the jars or bowl, followed by a layer of sliced or chopped peaches. Repeat until the bowl or jars are full.
Step 3: Infuse
Seal the jars or bowl and place the layered Peaches and Cream in the fridge. Allow it to infuse for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours. The longer it infuses, the more the flavours meld and the more peachy the cream becomes.
Step 4: Toast Oats (Optional)
This step is completely optional. However, it adds a delicious touch, especially when serving as a breakfast or brunch. It basically turns this Peaches and Cream into a parfait. You can even use yogurt instead of cashew cream for the base! You can also make this simple homemade granola ahead of time.
To make quick granola in a skillet, first melt the coconut oil, coating the pan evenly. Then, toss in the rolled oats and stir until they are lightly coated in coconut oil. Next, stir in the vanilla, maple syrup and ground cinnamon.
Keep stirring while cooking over medium-low heat until the oats begin to brown. Once they have toasted, remove the skillet from the heat and allow it to sit for a few minutes to cool.
Once the oats have cooled, sprinkle a tablespoon or two over each serving of the infused Peaches and Cream.
My Top Tips
Give it time to infuse so the peachy flavour melds with the cashew cream.
Store in glass for the best flavour and freshness. Plastic can leach unwanted flavours and toxins.
Use organic ingredients or homegrown peaches to reduce exposure to harmful pesticides and herbicides.
Substitutions & Variations
Cashew yogurt or coconut yogurt can be used in place of the cashew cream for a probiotic-rich, parfait-style Peaches and Cream.
Raw honey can be substituted for the pure maple syrup if you don't need this Peaches and Cream to be 100% vegan.
Baked granola can be made in advance for quick and easy serving.
Graham crackers can be crumbled on top instead of granola for a delicious dessert!
How Long Does Dairy-Free Peaches & Cream Last?
Since the flavours take time to meld, this Peaches and Cream is the perfect make-ahead snack! It can last 3 - 5 days if sealed in an airtight container and refrigerated. If you made the cashew cream a day or two in advance, it is best consumed within 3 days.
I don't recommend freezing this Peaches and Cream as the texture of the cashew cream can change once thawed.
Recipe Highlights
Dairy-free and vegan. This Peaches and Cream is made with a creamy cashew base that is naturally free of dairy.
Skin-loving. Peaches are a great source of nutrients that can contribute to skin health.
Heart-healthy. Rich in potassium and fibre, peaches are a heart-healthy food.
No refined sugars. Lightly sweetened with pure maple syrup, this Peaches and Cream is free of heavily refined sugars.
More Dairy-Free Desserts
- Vegan Banana Cream Pudding
- Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Healthy Hazelnut Truffles
- Homemade Graham Crackers
If you make this Vegan Peaches and Cream, let me know how it was by leaving a comment and rating below. Also, make sure you're following along on Pinterest, Instagram, Facebook and Flipboard for more wildly nutritious recipes!
Healthy Vegan Peaches and Cream (with Fresh Peaches)
Print RecipeEquipment
- Blender
Ingredients
Sweet Cashew Cream
- 2 cups Cashew Cream (or Yogurt)
- 1 tablespoon Pure Maple Syrup
- 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1 squeeze Fresh Lemon Juice
Peaches & Cream
- 2 ripe Peaches
- 2 cups Sweet Cashew Cream
- 4-6 tablespoon Maple Cinnamon Skillet Granola (Optional)
Granola Topping (Optional)
- 1 cup Rolled Oats
- 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil
- 1 tsp Pure Maple Syrup
- ½ teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
- ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
Instructions
Sweet Cashew Cream
- First, you will need to make a batch of cashew cream. Follow this step-by-step guide for the best results.Mix the cashew cream, lemon juice, pure vanilla extract and maple syrup. You can either zip them together in a blender when you are blending the cashew cream or mix them together in a bowl with a spoon or spatula.
Peaches and Cream
- First, cut the peaches into slices or chop them into cubes if you prefer smaller chunks.Then, add a layer of sweetened cashew cream into the bowl or jars, followed by a layer of sliced or chopped peaches. Repeat until the bowl or jars are full.
- Seal the jars or bowl and place the layered Peaches and Cream in the fridge. Allow it to infuse for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours. The longer it infuses, the more the flavours meld and the more peachy the cream becomes.
Maple Cinnamon Skillet Granola (Optional)
- This step is completely optional. However, it adds a delicious touch, especially when serving as a breakfast or brunch. It basically turns this Peaches and Cream into a parfait. You can even use yogurt instead of cashew cream for the base!To make quick granola in a skillet, first melt the coconut oil, coating the pan evenly. Then, toss in the rolled oats and stir until they are lightly coated in coconut oil. Next, stir in the vanilla, maple syrup and ground cinnamon. Keep stirring while cooking over medium-low heat until the oats begin to brown. Once they have toasted, remove the skillet from the heat and allow it to sit for a few minutes to cool.Once the oats have cooled, sprinkle a tablespoon or two over each serving of the infused Peaches and Cream.
Rachel says
Can't wait to try this, looks delicious!
Michelle McCowan says
Thank you! I hope you enjoy 🙂