Ingredients
– 140g medjool dates, pitted weight
– 90g smooth cashew or almond butter or tahini for a nut-free alternative
– 30g cocoa powder
– 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
– A pinch of salt
– 150g fresh or frozen raspberries
– 120g desiccated coconut
– 45ml (3 tablespoons) maple or agave syrup
– 60g thick coconut yoghurt or coconut cream
– 60g melted coconut oil
– Half a teaspoon vanilla essence
– 150g dark chocolate, chopped small (dairy-free chocolate can be used as well)
– 1 tablespoon coconut oil
– Freeze-dried raspberries (optional)
– Extra desiccated coconut (optional)
Instructions
1-Reduce the raspberries by heating 150g in a saucepan over medium-high heat, mashing with a fork until thick and glossy, reducing to about 75g. Let it cool completely before moving on.
2-Line a 9×5-inch loaf tin with parchment paper to make removal easy later.
3-Soften 140g medjool dates by soaking them in boiling water for 10 minutes, then drain and blend with 90g nut butter or tahini, 30g cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Press this mixture into the tin and chill it in the fridge.
4-Mix the reduced raspberries with 120g desiccated coconut, 45ml maple or agave syrup, 60g coconut yoghurt or cream, 60g melted coconut oil, and half a teaspoon vanilla essence until it forms a sticky mixture. Spread this over the base and chill for 45 minutes.
5-Melt 150g dark chocolate with 1 tablespoon coconut oil until smooth, then pour it over the raspberry layer. Add optional decorations like freeze-dried raspberries and extra desiccated coconut for a nice touch. Chill for another 45 minutes or until fully set.
6-Slice into 8 bars or 16 smaller squares using a sharp, hot knife for clean cuts.
Last Step:
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🍇 Replace medjool dates with other dates softened by soaking.
🥄 Use smooth, creamy nut or seed butters for best blending.
🌴 Refrigerate full-fat coconut milk overnight to separate coconut cream for use.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chilling Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-bake, Blending, Chilling
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
