Chocolate Pie
/This wonderfully delicious pie is raw, gluten-free, and rich in protein and natural sweetness from dates and maple syrup.
It's a great alternative to Halloween candy, too.
You can watch this video to learn how to make it with me.
CHOCOLATE PIE
For the crust:
6 dates, pitted, soaked briefly in hot water, and drained
1 cup almonds
1/2 cup sunflower seeds
A pinch of salt
1/4 teaspoon cardamom
Blend these all in the food processor.
Grease a pie dish with sunflower oil or coconut oil.
Flatten crust into the bottom and sides of the dish.
For the filling:
1 cup cashews, blended in food processor
1 cup cocoa powder
1/4 cup boiling water
1 spoonful coconut butter
1/3 cup shredded coconut
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons chopped almonds as a topping
Mix all ingredients together in a bowl.
Spread filling over crust and sprinkle chopped almonds over the top.
Chill for at least half an hour and enjoy!
If you prefer a hot pie, you can bake it at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.