Unlike traditional sweets, most raw desserts are nutrient dense so a little goes a long way which is perfect for a guilt free treat that is good for the body! Most raw cheesecakes however are a nut based which is fantastic, but sometimes it can get a little heavy for the system so here's one which is nut free, delicious and decadent.
It is super easy to make. All you need a food processor a good blender. The filling is made from a combination of mainly dates and avocados, both being high in nutrients and offering an array of health benefits.
It is super easy to make. All you need a food processor a good blender. The filling is made from a combination of mainly dates and avocados, both being high in nutrients and offering an array of health benefits.
Avocados are the perfect superfood, a good source of fat, protein and fiber. The monounsaturated fat and polyunsaturated fat it contains is a good fat for the body, helping to lower bad cholesterol and promote heart health and cardiovascular health. They contains high levels of vitamins such as B, C, D, K as well as potassium, offering a wide range of anti-inflammatory benefits. Avocados are one of the few high protein fruits, packing 4 grams into just one, and all the protein is available for the body to use, unlike meat sources, where only some can be utilized.
Dates are the perfect sweetener for any recipe, as well as a great snack for an energy boost. Dates are free from cholesterol, rich in vitamins and minerals; containing B Vitamins, calcium, iron, potassium, manganese, magnesium and copper. They help in the relief from constipation, intestinal disorders, anemia and stomach cancer. They are great for muscle development and the high level of minerals makes them a great food for bone health and maintaining a healthy nervous system.
Dates are the perfect sweetener for any recipe, as well as a great snack for an energy boost. Dates are free from cholesterol, rich in vitamins and minerals; containing B Vitamins, calcium, iron, potassium, manganese, magnesium and copper. They help in the relief from constipation, intestinal disorders, anemia and stomach cancer. They are great for muscle development and the high level of minerals makes them a great food for bone health and maintaining a healthy nervous system.
Raw Vegan Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake
Base
1 cup almonds (soaked overnight)
1/2 cup pecans (soaked 6hrs)
6 medijool dates
1/2 tsp vanilla essence
pinch of sea salt
Mousse Filling
2 large avocados
13-15 medijool dates
1 cup raw cacao
2/3 cup coconut oil
1/2 cup maple syrup or raw honey
1 tsp lemon juice
pinch of sea salt
2 TBS coconut butter
1. Combine all the ingredients for the base in the food processor and blend until mixed well and smooth. If you want a crunchier base then pulse and don't blend for as long
2. Spread a base layer and pat down flat
3. Blend all the filling ingredient together, pour in coconut oil at the end (it's easier if you warm up the oil to a liquid consistency), it should end up being a thick mousse consistency
4. Pour on top of the base and refrigerate overnight
5. If you want to add toppings do it before the cheesecake is put to set, you can use cacao nibs, or granola etc
2. Spread a base layer and pat down flat
3. Blend all the filling ingredient together, pour in coconut oil at the end (it's easier if you warm up the oil to a liquid consistency), it should end up being a thick mousse consistency
4. Pour on top of the base and refrigerate overnight
5. If you want to add toppings do it before the cheesecake is put to set, you can use cacao nibs, or granola etc
