u003cbr/u003eWhile cashews are naturally creamy, soaking them in water helps to soften the nuts and make them even easier to blend into a smooth consistency. Soaking also allows the cashews to absorb moisture from the water, which helps to thin out the crema and make it more pourable.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eIn addition, soaking helps to remove some of the cashews' natural oils, which can make the final product less greasy. u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003e