Here is a simple and satisfying little recipe that can be put together in minutes. Yum Yum! I hope you like it as much as I do. But, how could you not? It has raw chocolate in it. Many of you have let me know that you've been loving up my Cherry Chocolate Bomb Shake recipe, and I suspect you same peeps will like this raw vegan recipe, too!
I think it's important to have an arsenal of EASY Raw Vegan recipes available that only use a handful of ingredients. It's one of the keys for succeeding with this wonderful lifestyle. I'm going to be relying on them even more in the near future as my family grows. When my little bundle of joy arrives I will be more than grateful to have quick, healthy recipes for my family to thrive on and enjoy.
So, back to this fun recipe, Kristen's Cacao Cookie Crumble. There are many ways to enjoy this delectable treat. I eat it plain, in a little cup (as pictured). My husband LOVES it all by itself, too. We also like to slice organic bananas and sprinkle it on top. Adding it on top of raw ice cream or mousse is awesome -> oh boy! My mom loves it by itself alongside a cup of organic decaf coffee. It's versatile, as most Raw Vegan foods are, so it can be enjoyed as part of a breakfast, lunch, dessert, or snack! :)
I made a big batch a couple weeks ago and we just polished it off Tuesday night. I think we're going to enjoy this as our dessert on Valentine's Day... I better make some more!
Kristen's Cacao Cookie Crumble
By Kristen Suzanne of KristensRaw.com
Yield approximately 10 servings
1 cup almonds
1 cup cashews
1/2 cup raw chocolate powder
1 vanilla bean, seeds only
1 teaspoon chocolate extract
pinch Himalayan crystal salt
14 medjool dates, pitted and chopped
Using a food processor, fitted with the "S" blade, process the nuts until they are a coarse ground consistency. Add the chocolate powder, vanilla bean, chocolate extract, and salt, and pulse briefly to mix. Add the chopped dates and process until thoroughly combined like a chunky crumble. Note: The longer you process it, the more oils get released from the nuts making it stick together more.
Looks and sounds delicious! I will be trying this out soon! Made your Chia Pudding and Pillowy Vanilla Cashew Milk yesterday during the snowstorm and raved about them on my blog! It was devine! Also, recently bought the Clearblue Fertility Monitor and have been having fun with it! Thanks for the recipes/recommendations!
ReplyDeleteCame across your blog and love it - going to try some of your great recipes! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteYou're right; you are going to appreciate simple recipes like this when your little one arrives. This one will also give you some energy when you need it most.
ReplyDeleteWow Kristen that sounds delicious and super easy! Thanks for the great recipe!! :)
ReplyDeleteLooks so good! And I hear ya on the making things as simple as possible with as few ingredients as possible - I'm learning the hard way. :) I'm missing a few ingredients from the recipe but I'll definitely have to try this out. It's right up my alley! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteYum this looks perfect for Valentines!
ReplyDeleteYum! Easy Raw and best of all CHOCOLATE!:o) Thanks Kristen!
ReplyDeleteThx for all of the comments! :)
ReplyDeleteKristen, this looks great! Where do you get your chocolate extract?
ReplyDeleteI bought mine at Whole Foods, but if you don't have it, you could sub almond or vanilla. :)
ReplyDeleteYUM! Is there something we can use if we don't have chocolate extract?
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing! xxx
Sounds super tasty!
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ReplyDeleteyum!
ReplyDeleteVanilla, hazelnut, almond extract or just leave it out. :)
ReplyDeleteI have been craving sweet + crunchy for a while now! Thanks for this recipe, I'll have to try it out- hopefully it is the trick!
ReplyDeleteOh yum! This looks like the perfect crunch and sweetness! mmmmm!!
ReplyDeleteOh does that look good! I love anything chocolate :) Like the choc extract in there, Ive got some on hand.
ReplyDeleteYum! Can't wait to whip this up! Thanks for the wonderful recipe! xoxo
ReplyDeletewhat a great recipe ... will try it!
ReplyDeleteOh my! This sounds delish!!! Definitely going to try it out. ;p
ReplyDeleteIt sounds yummy! Very easy to follow. Thanks for this recipe. I will make it at Halloween.
ReplyDeleteHoly yum, as us.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the recipe! This looks so good! Anything with the word "crumble" in the recipe is usually delicious!
ReplyDeleteHope you all enjoy it! :)
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I have to say, your cherry chocolate bomb shake is the "DA' BOMB!" I just made one for my fiance' and couldn't resist a few sips but unfortunately, I have a binding up issue with bananas and next time I am going to try all cherries or perhaps strawberries (for myself). I am also in heaven with your nacho cheese. One thing I sometimes miss is cheese. Also, the one thing I never thought I'd be able to give up. I have tried different recipes for different types of cheeses but none have tasted as awesome as yours!!! Thank you for your posts and awesome recipes!!
ReplyDeleteHi Billie,
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for coming back to let me know. :) You've made my day!
Cheers,
Kristen
Wow! I just made this cookie crumble recipe last night and I loved it. I made it with almond extract this time so I can't wait to get some chocolate extract and make it with that. Girl, you are genius with raw foods!
ReplyDeletehey kristen,
ReplyDeletehow should this be stored? refrigerated?
thanks!
Counter or refrigerator will be fine. :) if you're keeping a week, counter is fine and if you want it a couple weeks or more, then refrigerate it.
ReplyDeleteDO you soak your almonds and cashews first?
ReplyDeleteNo, they are used dry. You can soak and dehydrate before using if you desire.
ReplyDeleteCouldn't find my cashews. I used Raw walnuts. It reminded my boys of the crumb layer in a friendly's icecream cake. They loved it.
ReplyDeleteThat's fantastic, Denise! :) Thanks for letting me know.
ReplyDeleteThis looks great!
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