Raw Cacao Fudge Balls

Raw Coconut Covered Fudge Balls

    With a consistency of fudge in a much healthier version, these fudge balls are sure to be to your delight. I have made brownies countless times, I love them, but I wanted something I could really sink my teeth into. This recipe is the perfect solution seeing as they are just the right amount of chewiness and firmness. The brownies have a base of pecans and walnuts whereas these have a base of cashews and almonds which are heavier and less oily than pecans or walnuts. Learning all about consistency really helps when trying to recreate your favorite recipes! I hope you enjoy these guilt free treats!

Yields: 20

Tools Needed: food processor, spice grinder

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Freeze Time: 30 minutes

1 cup cashews

1 cup almonds

1/2 cup sunflower seeds

2 dates

1/2 cup cacao

1/4 cup coconut butter

2 tbsp coconut nectar

1 tbsp raw honey

1 tsp pink Himalayan salt

1/8 cup coconut flakes

-Blend the nuts first

-Grind the sunflower seeds in a spice grinder

-Add in the dates and sunflower seeds to the mixture and blend

-Add in the rest of the ingredients and then blend again

-Roll them into balls or spread it into a pan to cut out fudge pieces

-Sprinkle coconut flakes on top

-Stick them in the freezer for 1 hour and store in the refrigerator

-Enjoy!

All almonds grown in the US are pasteurized, meaning they are not raw anymore. If you have any ethnic markets around you I recommend trying to find nuts there because they are cheaper, and they come from other countries which do not have such pasteurization laws. Even if they are labeled raw from california it's a lie, I don't know why they can do it I just know they sadly do. I was elated to find all my favorite nuts, seeds, and exotic fruits at the turkish market near where I live. I find that when you go out to explore not having any expectations you find the most amazing places. This recipe is so quick and easy there will be plenty of time to go on an adventure for raw unprocessed nuts! 

Raw Chia Brownie aka Choco-chia!

Choco-chia

Raw Brownies with a Twist & a Crisp! 
You will love these brownies because they are healthy and incredibly yummy! Remember those little debbie's brownies that were moist and thick but artificial and unhealthy?? Well these have little debbie beat by a long shot! Made with real cacao "chocolate" and chia seeds for an added crisp and energy boost, these raw brownies are super easy to make and will support your healthy lifestyle!

Yield: 12 Brownies

Tools: Food Processor

Prep Time: 10min

Freeze Time: 1hr

Ingredients

2 cups Pecans -Process first until fine

8-12 Dates -Add to pecans and process until all the big chunks have disappeared

5 tbsp Cacao Powder

1/4 cup Coconut Nectar

1/4 cup Chia Seeds CHECK OUT CHIA SEED BENEFITS!

2 tbsp Coconut Flakes -or- oil

1 tsp salt

optional: 1/2 tsp vanilla extract -or- aprox. 1/4 tsp vanilla bean, walnuts for topping

-process pecans

-add in dates

-process the rest of the ingredients

-smooth out mixture into pan

-add walnuts

-freeze for an hour

-refrigerate

-repeat ;-) These go fast so plan on making them again!

                                  

Raw Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

Raw "oatmeal" takes 5 minutes to make and is a healthy meal for anytime! 

Complete with fruits and nuts this is sure to be a favorite!

This recipe makes a pretty large batch and I normally shape cookies out of the leftovers and put it on the dehydrator for a mid day snack!

Ingredients:

1 apple cored

1 banana

1 cup walnuts, pecans, and/or cashews

5-6 figs

2 dates

optional:

1 tsp maca powder, pinch of celtic salt

-Process all ingredients in food processor

-You can add hot water to make it a hot meal but it tastes good cold as well!

The Perfect Energizing Breakfast

Fruit Smoothie and Raw Energy Bar 

Smoothies are super easy to make!!

This recipe makes enough for 2 big glasses and they are filling! I add Maca Powder for an energizer and acai berry for the antioxidants. They both have a lot of benefits and are worth checking out. 

Smoothie Ingredients: 

1/2 Papaya
1 Apple cored
1 cup Cherries
1 Carrot
4 Ice Cubes
1/2 cup Water add extra as needed

Extras:
1tbsp Lime Juice
1 tbsp Maca Powder
1 tbsp Acai Berry

Energy Bars are my favorite smoothie companion. These are also easy to make and only require a blender and refrigerator. You can always swap out ingredients that are similar. Get creative!

Energy Bar Ingredients:

3 cups Nuts and Seeds of Choice

I used Pecans, Walnuts, Sunflower Seeds, and Pumpkin Seeds

4-5 Dates

1 Cup Raisins or substitute for Figs

1/2 cup sweet Cacao Nibs

2 tbsp Oil I used Coconut Oil
1 tbsp Maca Powder -The energizer ingredient
1 tsp salt

Extras: 
Mulberries
Vanilla Bean or extract
Cinnamon
Agave Nectar

Raw Taco Meat and Tortillas

Taco "Meat" & Shell

This tastes just like taco meat! This is one of my favorite recipes because I can make it in 20 min. You can use a collard green or any green of your choice as a wrap or you can make a corn, flax seed tortilla. I will show you this recipe below. I make this at least once a week and it seems like the longer it sits in the fridge the better it tastes. We're lucky if it stays 3 days in the fridge!

Taco Meat Ingredients:
Tools: Food Processor

Prepare time: 10 minutes

Yield: 6 tacos

1 large carrot

2 cups soaked nuts (possibilities: almonds, walnuts, pecans, and cashews)

1 green, red, or yellow pepper

1/2 medium sized tomato

1/4 onion

1 garlic clove

2 tbsp soy sauce -or- light miso paste

1 tbsp lime

1 tbsp lemon

2 tbsp cumin

2 tbsp cayenne pepper

1 tbsp cilantro

1/2 tbsp paprika

1 chili pepper

Optional: agave nectar, salt, pepper

Directions: Soak your nuts until sprouted. You don't have to soak the nuts but it is easier to digest if you do and also the texture will be smoother. Mix all the ingredients starting with the nuts and carrots. Then add the rest of the ingredients.

                  For an easier, quicker recipe you can buy sprouted corn tortillas at the store.                                             
       Corn Shell Ingredients:

    Yield: 6 tacos
Tools: Food Processor, Dehydrator

Prepare Time: 10 minutes

Dehydrate Time: 4-6 hours

4 ears corn (cut off the kernels)

1 cup flax seed (ground)

1 red bell pepper

1/2 medium sized tomato

1 tsp lemon

1 tsp lime

2 tbsp cayenne pepper

Directions: Mix all the ingredients. Spread a thin layer on dehydrator and dehydrate for 4-6 hours. You can make the them small to use them as chips. When you want to fold the shell to make a taco, boil water and hole the shell over the steam. It will become bendable and you can wrap it around your ingredients.

There are so many different ingredients you can substitute or add to make this a favorite raw recipe. Not only is it healthy but it is also inexpensive and easy to make. Next time you are craving tacos, keep this recipe in mind. 

Don't forget about the salsa. Raw salsa is very easy to make. Just add your favorite spices to a blend of tomatoes, peppers, and onions.