At the Western Home Communities last Monday
employees enjoyed a special sweet treat made by Wellness Coordinator Amanda
Lynch. Employees were shocked to learn that it was 100% healthy and even had
some surprise ingredients that they couldn’t taste! They were extremely excited
to make this dish at home, and some even did the night after. It was a great
time, and hope you can enjoy the recipe as well!
Raw Chocolate Tart
Shell:
1 1/2 cup almonds
1 1/2 cup coconut
1/2 cup maple syrup
2 dates
1 TBSP melted coconut oil
1 TBSP vanilla extract
1 tsp maple extract
1/4 tsp sea salt
Directions:
1.) Measure the almonds, then in a food processor or
blender grind into a fine flour.
2.) Add the dates and chop with the
almonds
3.) In a large mixing bowl, add the maple syrup,
almond date mixture, melted coconut oil, vanilla, coconut, sea salt, and maple
extract. Mix together. If the mixture is too wet add another 1/2 cup of
coconut.
4.) Press the mixture into a large tart pan and
place in the oven on the lowest setting that the oven can produce. Bake for 30
minutes.
Filling:
2 1/2 cup soaked raw cashews
1 1/2 cup cocoa powder
1 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup honey
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/3 cup water
3/4 cup melted coconut oil
Directions: Follow this order exactly, it will make
all the difference in the world!
1.) In a blender or food processor, add the cashews,
maple syrup, honey, vanilla, sea salt, and water. Blend well until smooth and
creamy.
2.) Add the cocoa powder and blend until the mixture
is totally smooth, no lumps.
3.) Lastly, add the coconut oil and blend until
smooth.
4.) Fill your tart shell and place in the freezer to
set for at least an hour. Remove the tart from the tart pan and store in the
fridge. To serve, top with a sprinkle of sea salt, berries, or topping of
choice.