If you are looking for a delicious sweet treat, these Frozen Chocolate Vanilla Cheesecake Bars are a great option.  Decadent and rich, they look a million dollars on a desert table or at a family gathering.

So incredibly easy to make…simply blend cashews, coconut cream and cocoa powder and create 2 beautiful layers with the one mix. This recipe is the perfect treat if you love coconut like I do.  I’m obsessed with coconuts, they are my favorite ingredient in desserts and healthy snacks.

I love using coconut for healthy sweet desserts and treats. It contains a unique type of medium chain saturated fat called lauric acid that research shows raises HDL or “good” cholesterol levels, which lowers overall heart disease risk. As a plant food, coconuts also contain disease-fighting phytochemicals or antioxidants. Research suggests that coconut products helps boost metabolism which is helpful if excess body fat needs to be lost.

Just one scoop of coconut oil delivers a wide-range of healing properties. Produced in its most natural state, coconut oil will benefit you, your children and your pets. I put some into my dogs dinner regularly.

Whether you have chronic fatigue, weight problems, digestive or skin issues, or just want to give your body a good cleanse and boost your energy, coconut in any of its forms is so good for you.

People trying to reduce their sugar intake often complain about the lack of sweets in their quest to get healthier. That’s because a low-carb way of eating is very focused on eliminating harmful sugar from your diet. But there are options for that lingering sweet tooth in your life.

Its true…the world is going coconuts. Following the popularity of coconut water, a broad spectrum of foods derived from the humble coconut is available. It now comes in a variety of forms from water to milk, cream, butter, oil, flour and shredded allowing for a variety of creative ways to add coconut to a healthy diet.

Hence these no-bake coconut bars are both low-carb and packed with healthy fats and antioxidants. Eating more healthy fats is a great way to help satisfying your sweet cravings without the sugar.

Not only are these frozen coconut bars insanely delicious and easy to prepare, they also comes with some surprising health benefits. From vitamins and minerals to plenty of healthy fats that support hormone health and neurotransmitter production, these little delights are the perfect addition to any healthy eating plan.

Eating more healthy fats like those in coconut is a great way to help satisfying your sweet cravings without the sugar. One little bar makes me happy in an instant.

You are going to love this recipe as its a simple and delicious way to incorporate the amazing health benefits of coconut into your lifestyle. So good for you – bursting with nutrition and good stuff.

Frozen Chocolate Vanilla Cheesecake Bars

These no bake chocolate cheesecake bars are a family favorite! They need just a few simple ingredients to make and are full of rich, coconut flavor.

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword chocolate cheesecake bars no bake, clean eating dessert or snack, frozen chocolate vanilla cheesecake bars, healthy no bake cheesecake bars, no bake cheesecake bars

Servings 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups cashews, soaked 3+hours and drained
• 1 13.5 oz can coconut cream,full fat (solid part only) *see note below
• 1/2 cup coconut flour
• 1/2 cup almond flour (almonds blended to a flour)
• 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1/4 cup water
• 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

• Note: Place the can of coconut cream or milk in the fridge or freezer for at least 1-2 hours before making these bars to allow coconut cream to separate.

  Line a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan or dish with parchment paper on the bottom and sides leaving some overhanging to act as a handle to get the bars out easier for cutting.

  Open chilled can and scoop out the cream that has separated and set hard on the top. Save the remaining coconut water to use in a smoothie, drink, or discard.

  Place all ingredients, cashews, hardened coconut cream, honey, water and vanilla extract into a food processor and process until smooth and creamy.

  Depending on the power of your blender this might take a few minutes. Stop blending to scrape the sides and continue to blend until very smooth.

  Measure 2 cups of the cashew mixture and set aside in the fridge as you won’t need it for at least an hour while the base chocolate layer is setting. Add the cocoa powder to the remaining mixture in the blender. Blend until combined.

  Pour the chocolate mixture into the prepared pan and smooth into an even layer. Freeze for 1 hour,then when semi frozen, pour on the reserved cashew mixture and smooth the top.Freeze for at least 3 hours.

  Remove the bars from the freezer using the parchment paper handles and slice into 10-12 bars or more smaller squares.

  Dust with cocoa powder, drizzle with melted chocolate or top with shaved chocolate if desired.

  Store leftover bars in the freezer for up to 3 months.

   

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