Creamy Almond Soup - Vegan Family Recipes (2024)

FAQs

Can you substitute almond milk for cream in soup? ›

Can Almond Milk Replace Heavy Cream? No milk (except for coconut milk) can replace heavy cream without the addition of a thickener, ideally a fat of some kind. To make a heavy cream substitute with almond milk, we recommend adding soaked nuts or vegan butter, or plain silken tofu to get the right texture.

Creamy soup contains dairy products to make a thick, velvety texture. Cream soups often have heavy cream, half and half, cheese, or butter. You can also use coconut milk or other milk alternatives to make creamy vegan soups. Puréed potato, cauliflower, chickpeas, and lentils will also yield a creamy texture.

Almond milk can be used as a one-to-one substitute for dairy milk when baking, with a few important considerations. The main purpose of milk in many recipes is to provide moisture and almond milk works great for that. In many cases, using almond milk instead of cow's milk won't affect taste or texture.

One cup of canned coconut milk contains a whopping 48 grams of fat, 5 grams of protein and no fiber. It is wonderful in soups, stews and sauces. It is thick enough to whip into whipped cream and to make creamy puddings.

A nondairy milk (such as soy or almond) and a neutral oil (like vegetable or canola) can replicate heavy cream in certain recipes—namely, sauces and soups, but also some baked goods.

In general, yes, you can replace almond milk for cow's milk in a recipe, but you should not expect identical results. Again, you will miss out on some richness, since almond milk does not have any saturated fat and tends to contain slightly more water.

There's classic heavy cream, of course, which makes soups like our creamy tomato Parm soup and our cream of broccoli soup extra delicious. Another great (and non-dairy) option is coconut milk.

Whether you use a few tablespoons or a few cups, cream gives soup a silky mouthfeel and rich flavor. You can definitely add milk or other dairy as well, though it will taste gradually less creamy as you go down in percent.

Milk or Half-and-Half: This is the other magical ingredient that turns your homemade chicken noodle soup into the creamiest soup ever. Use 1 cup of whole milk or 1 cup of half-and-half.

Nuts or nut-based flour

A quick and easy paleo-friendly way to add more thickness to your soups is to grind down 1-2 cups of nuts. Use cashews, peanuts, almonds, or any other nuts that you have at home. Almond flour is also a commonly available substitute that you can find in almost any grocery store today.

What is vegan almond? ›

Simply put, yes almonds are considered a vegan-friendly food because they're fully plant-based.

If you opt for a natural thickener, such as almond paste or potato starch, mix the thickener with a small amount of warm water until smooth. Slowly add the mixture to your almond milk while stirring continuously until it reaches your desired thickness.

Substituting dairy-free half-and-half in traditional recipes doesn't have to be complicated. As far as flavor profiles go: Sweeter alternatives like almond are best used in baking. Neutral or more savory alternatives such as almond milk are best for soups and sauces.

In general, yes, you can replace almond milk for cow's milk in a recipe, but you should not expect identical results. Again, you will miss out on some richness, since almond milk does not have any saturated fat and tends to contain slightly more water.

Add light tasting and sweetened almond milk instead for a cream of potato soup that is out of this world! This simple soup has the same chowder-like texture and color of a dairy potato soup, plus a savory taste that rivals the dairy version. You won't be able to tell there's almond milk in it. Trust me.

Milk and cornstarch

To replace 1 cup (237 mL) of heavy cream in your recipe, add 2 tablespoons (19 grams) of cornstarch to 1 cup (237 mL) of milk and stir, allowing the mixture to thicken. You can use whole milk or opt for skim milk to help slash the calories and fat content of your recipe.