Raw Strawberry & Coconut Fudge

I found this recipe when flicking through a stack of recipes while visiting my Aunty. The original recipe from Jules Galloway I believe is meant to be made using a thermomix. (an appliance not in My kitchen) I have modified it to be created using a blender or food processor, which I do have available to use, as would many of you.

1 cup cashews (soaked for 4hrs or overnight) 

1 ¼ cups desiccated coconut
1 tbsp. coconut oil
¼ tsp. vanilla extract concentrate
¼ cup honey/sweetener of choice
1 cup fresh strawberries
Extra coconut for decoration 

Method:
Line slice tray (21cmx10cm) with baking paper.

Place the pre-soaked cashews and the desiccated coconut into the blender, and blend on a low speed until the nuts are smooth, pushing down the sides occasionally to ensure an even consistency. Depending on your blender, this should take about 2 to 3 minutes.Add the coconut oil, vanilla, honey and strawberries and blend until well combined.

Press this into your prepared tin, sprinkle a little extra shredded coconut on top, and freeze for 2-3 hours until it’s solid and you have a fudgy consistency.

Cut into small squares to serve.  Store in an airtight container in the freezer, pulling out for about 10 minutes before serving so it’s not too hard to eat. 

(Makes about 20 squares)

 Enjoy  💗 Shaz