Indulge in a delectable treat that tantalizes your taste buds and nourishes your body with our irresistible homemade slice! Crafted with love and wholesome ingredients, every bite of this slice is a symphony of flavors and textures.
Let’s start with the base, a delightful mix of almond flour, pure maple syrup, and coconut oil, creating a perfectly crunchy foundation. Next comes the luxurious caramel layer, made from plump, soaked Medjool dates blended with nut butter for a heavenly creaminess. But wait, it gets even better with the crowning glory – a decadent top layer of rich 80% chocolate melted with coconut oil, sprinkled with crunchy chopped cashews, and finished with a pinch of Himalayan salt for that irresistible sweet-savory balance.
Each ingredient carefully selected, each step meticulously crafted, resulting in a slice that’s not just a treat for your palate but a celebration of wholesome goodness. Dive into this slice and experience pure bliss with every bite!
Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure by first lining a loaf tin with baking paper, ensuring your masterpiece won’t stick. Then, gather your base ingredients and let the food processor work its magic, blending until a harmonious mixture forms.
With gentle yet firm pressure, press this delightful blend into the prepared tin, creating a smooth and even layer. As it sets in the freezer, turn your attention to the luxurious caramel layer, where soaked dates, reserved water, and creamy nut butter come together in a whirlwind of flavor.
Once spread evenly over the base, return your creation to its icy abode, allowing the layers to meld and solidify. But fear not, for the pièce de résistance awaits: a decadent blend of melted chocolate and coconut oil, gently cascading over the caramel sea.
Sprinkle with a touch of salt and the satisfying crunch of cashews, then let it rest once more in the freezer until the chocolate sets, completing this symphony of taste and texture.
Slice Heaven
Course: DessertDifficulty: Easy4
servingsIngredients
BASE
1 1/2 cups almond flour
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted.
CARAMEL LAYER
5 medjool dates, soaked in 1/2 cup boiling water for 5mins, keep the water.
reserved water, from the dates
1/3 cup nut better of your choice,
TOP LAYER
1 block of 80% chocolate, broken into pieces
1 teaspoon coconut oil
small handful of cashew nuts, chopped.
Himalayan salt
Directions
- Line a loaf tin with baking paper and set aside.
- Place all the base ingredients in a food processor and blitz. until fully combined. Press the mixture into the prepared loaf tin with your fingers evenly.
- Place the tin into the freezer while you do the next step.
- In the food processor add dates, reserved 1/2 cup water and nut butter and blitz until combined. spread the caramel onto the base layer evenly. Place back in the freezer.
- Place the chocolate and coconut oil into a microwave safe dish and melt at 30 second intervals, stirring in-between until fully melted. Pour the chocolate over the caramel and then sprinkle with some salt and cashew. Place back into the freezer until the chocolate is fully melted.
- Once completely set, slice and enjoy. Keep in the freezer.
Notes
- Soaking Dates: Ensure that you soak the Medjool dates in boiling water for at least 5 minutes to soften them before blending. This helps achieve a smoother caramel layer.
- Melting Chocolate: Be cautious when melting the chocolate and coconut oil. Use short intervals in the microwave and stir well between each interval to avoid burning the chocolate.
- Topping Variation: Feel free to customize the toppings according to your preference. You can use different types of nuts, seeds, or even dried fruits to add variety and texture to your slice.
- Storage: Once fully set, slice the dessert into portions and store them in an airtight container in the freezer for longer shelf life. Remove slices from the freezer a few minutes before serving to soften slightly.
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