Nutty Creme Topping

Makes 1 cup
This mock whipped cream is free of both dairy and soy. Be sure to make it ahead of time so it can thicken and chill in the refrigerator.
NOTE: Brazil nuts with their brown outer coating produce a topping that is speckled in appearance. Not to worry - the creamy texture is delightful!

1/2 cup raw Brazil nuts
1/3 cup boiling water
Pinch of salt
1-2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice or a pinch of unbuffered vitamin C crystals, to taste, optional

Grind the nuts to a fine powder in a blender. Add boiling water and salt, and blend for 90 seconds or until smooth. Add honey and lemon juice or vitamin C and blend again for 3-5 minutes until very smooth. Pour into a small bowl, cover, and chill 2 hours or more. Use like whipped cream to top desserts. Will keep a few days, refrigerated.