Vegan “Cream Cheese” Icing

- 1 cup cashews
- Juice from 1 lemon
- ⅛ to ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions:
This rich and creamy topping is perfect on more than just carrot cake, and even people used to sugar and butter will love it.
- Puree the cashews, lemon juice, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a splash of water in a blender at high speed to create a smooth, creamy, thick consistency, then spread or pour over cake.