Strawberry and Cashew Pudding

Strawberry and Cashew Pudding

Serves4
Cooking time 30m

Lusciously layered and naturally vibrant, these Strawberry and Cashew Puddings make a delightful dessert that feels both wholesome and indulgent. A bright strawberry compote forms the base, topped with a smooth, creamy cashew blend that sets into a beautifully silky finish. They’re simple to prepare, visually striking and perfect for sharing. A lovely way to celebrate the sweetness of strawberries.

Ingredients

2250g Driscoll's strawberries, chopped, plus extra to garnish

½ tsp agar agar powder

4 tbsp caster sugar

½lemon zest and juiced

2 cups cashews, soaked for 2 hours in warm water

3 tbsp nut butter of your choice

cups of nut milk of your choice

Mint, to garnish

Method

  1. Compote

    Place 400g of the strawberries into a pot with half the sugar and a squeeze of lemon and cook with the lid on for 5-10 minutes until the strawberries break down into a compote. Use a stick blender to blend until smooth. While still hot, add the agar agar and whisk through.

  2. Dividing compote

    Divide into clear glasses or jars. And chill while the pudding is being made.

  3. Pudding mixture

    Place remaining sugar, lemon zest, drained cashews, nut butter and milk into a blender and blend until smooth, thick and creamy.

  4. Assemble

    Portion over the set strawberry mixture and return to fridge to set for an hour before serving with extra freshly chopped Strawberries and mint.