Raw cherry ripe {gluten-free, vegan}

Directions

1. Blitz the base ingredients (1 1/2 cup almonds, 4 tbsp raisin paste or 4 dates, 1 tbsp coconut oil) in a food processor until the almonds are roughly chopped. Spoon into the base of a square container or baking pan. Smooth out evenly and set aside.
2. Blitz the filling ingredients (1 cup fresh cherries, 2 cups desiccated coconut, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1/4 cup coconut oil, 1 tbsp beetroot powder, 2 tbsp almond butter, 1 tsp vanilla powder) until combined well then spoon on top of the base. Place in the freezer for 1 hour.
3. Add 1/3 cup coconut oil, 1/4 cup cacao powder and 1/4 cup maple syrup to a bowl and whisk until combined. Remove cherry ripe from freezer and spread the chocolate on top. Return to the freezer for another hour before enjoying.