I’m always a little late when it comes to popular trends. All I can say is, I wish I had discovered the creamy wonders of this dessert sooner. Sweetened with dates and honey, grain and dairy-free, this rich, velvety smooth chocolate cream pie is a delightfully healthy indulgence. Who knew a paleo chocolate cream pie could be so decadent!
Creamy, smooth, and rich. Words to describe this delicious, healthy, raw chocolate dessert. If you are looking for a grain-free, dairy-free chocolate pie, this dessert is perfect. Filled with healthy fats, nutrient-rich proteins from cashews and pecans, high in fiber, and rich in antioxidants from the cacao, you can enjoy your dessert guilt-free!
It is very rich, so I tend to go a little lighter on the cacao, but you can experiment with what works best for your tastes.
Paleo Chocolate Cream Pie Recipe
Enjoy an easy printable PDF Recipe by clicking HERE.
Crust
1 rounded cup pecans
4 dates
1/2 cup cacao powder (or cocoa)
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
pinch of sea salt
Directions for crust:
- Place all ingredients in a food processor and pulse until combined. The crust should slightly stick together.
- Press evenly into a glass pie plate. Set aside.
Filling
2 cups cashews, soaked in warm water for 20 minutes (I typically soak mine overnight)
1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
1/2 cup raw honey
1/2 cup water
2 teaspoons vanilla
3/4 cup cacao powder (or cocoa)
Directions:
- After soaking cashews, rinse and drain well.
- Place cashews, honey, vanilla, and water in a high-powered blender or food processor. Blend until creamy.
- Add cacao powder and coconut oil. Blend until creamy. (You will have to stop periodically and scrape down the sides.)
- Once the filling is silky and creamy, pour into the pan over the crust. Place in the freezer to set for a few hours and enjoy!
Every time I share this dessert with family and friends, it’s a big hit. I think you’ll love it too.
~ Michelle
Michelle, I’ve made your oat pancakes twice since you posted the recipe. Thanks so much. My family loves them. This pie looks divine. Pam. ☺️
I’m glad you and your family are enjoying them…we had some this morning! Michelle
On Thu, Feb 13, 2014 at 11:28 AM, Seeking Joyful Simplicity wrote:
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Just made this pie and am now putting it In the freezer to set up. The crust tasted great and the filling tasted great, so put all together it should be a hit. I will find out after dinner tonight 🙂
It’s very tasty! enjoy
I love how clean this is. It looks delicious too 🙂
It’s a great recipe to serve at potlucks – no one can ever guess the ingredients because it is so tasty!
This looks so good! I will have to try it, thank you!
I love it, and I hope you do too!
This looks amazing! Bookmarking it for sure! I appreciate a gluten-free, dairy-free, real-food dessert!
Thanks Amy. Enjoy!