Description
A rich and decadent dessert that’s gluten-free and refined sugar-free, perfect for a guilt-free treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pecans
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
- 1 cup dark chocolate (Paleo-friendly)
- 1 cup coconut cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend the pecans and shredded coconut until finely ground.
- Add coconut oil and maple syrup to the pecan-coconut mixture, blending until sticky.
- Press the mixture into a tart pan to form the crust.
- Melt the chocolate using a microwave or double boiler, being careful not to burn it.
- Mix the melted chocolate with coconut cream, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the chocolate filling over the crust and smooth it out.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
- Slice and serve chilled, optionally topping with berries or coconut cream.
Notes
For an elegant presentation, add a sprig of mint or a dusting of cocoa powder when serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Paleo
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg