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Thursday, October 6, 2016

raw vegan mini caramel apple pies






fresh, local, raw, HEALTHY and so tasty. like the best caramel apple-in pie form! 
we got to enjoy these delicious bites, along with other healthy snacks, up in the mountains with good friends, fire, and beautiful views!

crust:
11/2 c raw activated walnuts
1/4 t sea salt
8-10 large pitted dates

-add everything to a food processor and process until a dough forms. press into the bottom & up sides of mini tart pans or a springform pan. set in freezer. 

filling:
1/2 c coconut butter
1/4 c coconut nectar
1/4 c pure maple syrup
4 large, pitted soft dates
1 t cinnamon
pinch of cloves
pinch of vanilla bean powder
1/4 t sea salt

-add all to a high speed blender and blend until very smooth & creamy. 
-chop 2-3 medium local, crispy sweet apples into small chunks, put in a large bowl and sprinkle with lemon juice. add caramel mixture to the apples and mix until everything is evenly coated. pour into crust and smooth over. set in freezer for 1 hour, then transfer to fridge to store until serving! keeps for about a week in the fridge, or freeze it for later enjoyment! 

optional: drizzle with this homemade chocolate sauce + extra date caramel!
1/4 c cacao powder
1/4 c coconut oil
3 T coconut nectar 
-whisk & drizzle. 







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