Coconut Lemon Slice
Most sweet treats are sugar laden and contain refined grains, both of which leave us with next to no nutrition and a sugar low. When we provide our body with a sweet treat that is actually full of wonderful real whole food nutrients we feel satisfied and content.This coconut lemon slice is a lovely healthy sweet treat to satisfy sweet cravings and provide your body with essential nutrients to work optimally. The good fat from the coconut provides satiety and nourishment to your brain. The lemons aid digestion and support balance in the blood to achieve excellent energy levels.
Ingredients
Base
- 1 cup almonds
- 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans
- 1 cup dates, soaked 30 minutes and drained
Topping
- 1 cup cashews
- 1 cup desiccated coconut + a little extra to sprinkle on top
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, warmed until liquid
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Base
- Place nuts in food processor and process until mixture resembles bread crumbs. Add dates and vanilla and continue to process until a sticky dough is formed. Turn mixture out into a 6-7 inch dish or pan and set aside in fridge while you make the topping
Topping
- Place cashews into food processor and process until broken down into fine bread crumb like mixture. Add all other ingredients – coconut, lemon juice, zest, honey, coconut oil and vanilla and process until smooth and creamy. Spoon out on top of base mix and sprinkle with a little coconut. Allow to set and firm up in fridge for an hour or two. Cut into bars before serving