FIRECRACKER FRUIT STICKS W/COCONUT CASHEW CREAM DIP

Yield: 1-1/2 cups

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Fresh fruit always make the perfect addition to a summer celebration.  These firecracker fruit sticks are fun to make with the kids for the 4th of July.  I have some sweet memories of making them with my son when he was younger in the photos below.  The nondairy coconut cashew cream dip makes a delicious dip with any type of fruit! 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup raw, unsalted cashews
• 2 tbsp coconut milk beverage
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• ¾ cup plain coconut milk yogurt
• 1 tsp of cardamom
• Dash of cinnamon
• Shredded coconut for garnish on top

Firecracker Fruit Sticks:

• Wooden skewers
• Blueberries
• Strawberries
• Watermelon – Cut into stars with a star cookie cutter

Add fruit to skewers with watermelon star on top. 

Directions:

1. Add cashews to a heatproof bowl and cover with hot water by 2 inches. Soak for 10-20 minutes.
2. Drain the cashews then add to blender with coconut milk and blend for a minute or so on high speed.  You may need to add a touch more liquid if it is not blending well.
3. Next, add the maple syrup and yogurt and blend again for a few seconds. 
4. Add the spices last and blend well. 
5.  Pour into a small bowl, then garnish with shredded coconut.  Serve with fruit.​