Description
Rich no-bake brownie, creamy cheesecake, and tangy raspberry combine in a delicious chocolate covered bite. Dairy-free, gluten-free, and sweetened with Medjool dates. Perfect for Valentine’s Day or any occasion that needs a sweet easy treat!
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie
- 1 cup (112g) walnuts or almonds
- 1/2 cup (40g) cocoa powder
- 1 tsp espresso powder (optional)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup (~200g or 10-12) Natural Delights Medjool Dates, pitted
- 1/4 cup (65g) nut/seed butter of choice
- 1–2 tbsp of water, if needed
Cheesecake Layer
- 1 1/2 cups (180g) raw cashews, soaked 3+ hours then rinsed and drained
- 3/4 cup (180g) full-fat coconut milk
- 3–4 (75g) Natural Delights Medjool Dates, pitted
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Raspberry Swirl (OR 1/2 cup raspberry jam or preserves)
- 1 cup frozen raspberries
- 2 tbsp sweetener of choice
- 1 tsp lemon juice
10oz dairy-free chocolate chips + 1 tbsp coconut oil
Instructions
For the brownie:
- Combine the nuts, cocoa powder, and salt in a food processor. Blend to fine crumbs.
- Add the Medjool dates and nut/seed butter. Blend until moist and sticky, if it’s too dry add 1-2 tablespoons of water.
- Press very firmly into a loaf pan (9×5″) lined with parchment paper. Set aside.
For the cheesecake layer:
- Blend all the ingredients on high speed until very smooth and creamy.
- Pour on top of the brownie layer, set aside.
For the raspberry swirl:
- Combine everything in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Reduce to a simmer and simmer for 8-10 minutes until thickened.
- Transfer to a blender and blend until mostly smooth.
- Dot/drizzle on top of the cheesecake layer, then use a spoon handle or chopstick to gently swirl.
- Freeze overnight.
For the chocolate coating:
- Remove from the freezer, and slice into small squares.
- Melt the chocolate with the coconut oil, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each cheesecake square in the melted chocolate, coating on all sides, then transfer to a pan lined with wax paper.
- Place in the fridge until the chocolate is set.
- Keep and serve directly from the refrigerator.
Keywords: gluten free, dairy free, chocolate covered, healthy, easy, paleo, date sweetened, valentines day, no bake