Vegan blueberry cheesecake bars

Prep
40m
Vegan blueberry cheesecake bars
This raw vegan dessert is as beautiful as it is healthy. Satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt.

Ingredients (11)

  • 370g raw cashews, soaked overnight in cold water
  • 1 cup (250ml) coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup (125ml) maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 500g blueberries
  • Edible violet petals (optional), to serve

Coconut base

  • 3 cups (210g) shredded coconut, toasted
  • 1 cup (100g) almond meal
  • 1/2 cup (125ml) coconut oil, softened
  • 1/2 cup (125ml) maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Don't forget you can add these ingredients to your Woolworths shopping list.

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Method

  • 1.
    Grease and line the base and sides of a 12cm x 27cm x 6cm-deep loaf pan with baking paper, leaving some overhanging.
  • 2.
    Place all the coconut base ingredients in a food processor and whiz to combine. Press into the base of the prepared pan, using the back of a spoon to smooth the surface. Chill until needed.
  • 3.
    Wipe out food processor and add the cashews. Whiz for 2-3 minutes until a smooth paste forms.
  • 4.
    Add coconut oil, maple syrup and vanilla, and whiz until well combined. Add three-quarters of the blueberries and whiz until well combined.
  • 5.
    Pour mixture over the coconut base and smooth the surface, then press remaining berries into the top. Chill overnight.
  • 6.
    Remove slice from fridge and slice into bars. Press violet petals, if using, into the tops of the slices to serve.
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