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Raw Medicinal Cacao Chai Cheesecake [ Raw Vegan]

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Combine the healing powers of mushrooms and the delicious flavors of chocolate and chai in this rich, raw cheesecake. If you can get your hands on some mushroom coffee, the mushrooms will provide antioxidants and immune boosting properties. However, if you can't, it is a deliciously rich cheesecake nonetheless, perfect for holiday parties.

Raw Medicinal Cacao Chai Cheesecake [Raw Vegan]

Calories

409

Serves

10

Ingredients

To Make the Crust:

  • 1 cup pitted Medjool dates
  • 1 cup almonds
  • 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
  • 1 tablespoon coconut flour
  • 1-2 tablespoon water

To Make the Filling:

  • 2 cups cashews (whole and raw), soaked 4 hours
  • 2/3 cup maple syrup (can substitute for agave or coconut nectar)
  • 3/4 cup golden chai (on bag steeped in warm water)
  • 1/4 cup cacao powder
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 packet medicinal mushroom powder (cordyceps, reishi, lion’s mane)
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup melted organic coconut butter
  • 2-3 drops stevia, optional

Preparation

  1. Blend the cashews, maple, chai infusion, vanilla and salt until smooth and creamy in a high-speed blender.
  2. Add the coconut oil and butter. Blend to incorporate. Separate half and reserve. Blend the other half with cacao powder. Taste and add a few drops stevia if desired.
  3. Pour vanilla mixture over the crust and then the chocolate mixture. Swirl and set in the freezer for 5-6 hours and then in the fridge for 8-12 hours.

Nutrional Information

Per Serving: Calories: 409 | Carbs: 24 g | Fat: 30 g | Protein: 9 g | Sodium: 7 mg | Sugar: 18 g

Nutrition information does not include optional ingredients.

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AUTHOR & RECIPE DETAILS


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Easy raw vegan desserts with the occasional Mediterranean-inspired lunch.

Priscilla is a certified health and detox coach from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition and holistic nutrition student at Pacific Rim College. She has a certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition from Cornell University and certified in raw cuisine from Matthew Kenney Academy. She shares her passion for health through her different social media Gastrawnomica, where her followers can learn more plant based recipes, nutrition tips and detoxification practices. She also works with clients all over the world as a holistic nutrition consultant and detoxification expert.



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