This is super easy blender recipe, that is decadent, rich and gooey. It is a raw recipe so no need to bake but every excuse to eat out of the bowl! You can switch the nuts to others if you prefer, walnuts for hazelnuts is my favourite substitution for the Nutella vibe. I also sometimes add Cardamom for an Indian vibe and for some extra medicinal benefits.
This recipe is good for when you are trying to cut down on chocolate. Make a batch and slice it up small. It’s also a great energy bar. Mr B loves his chocolate but mainly eats vegan chocolate or natural recipes like this. I have to be careful however as if I leave the house with one of these made, I may very easily come back to a half empty plate and a husband with a wry smile and a little chocolate in the corner of his mouth!
Ingredients
Base
- 150g walnuts
- 150g dates, soaked
- 6 tbsp. raw cacao
- 5 tbsp. desiccated coconut
- 3 tbsp. maple syrup
- Pinch of Himalayan sea salt
Icing
- 150g dates, soaked
- 4 tbsp. raw cacao powder
- 2 tbsp. coconut oil
Method
- Make the base first by blending the nuts until crumbly
- Add the dates and other ingredients and blend till smooth
- Line a baking tin with baking paper
- Spoon the mixture in and press down firmly
- For the icing, put all the ingredients in a blender
- Add a little water from the date soaking liquid if you need to thin the mixture down
- Spoon over the top of the base and place in the fridge for at least 2 hours
- Top with nuts for decoration and cut into pieces before serving
