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~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~
Aaah, a nut-free recipe! I am sure many of you have noticed how nut-laden most raw desserts have become. Where there is nothing wrong with that, nuts are very healthy for us, but there is a special group of people who have allergic reactions to nuts. One of these “people” is my dear brother-in-law.
So off I went on a journey to find a special dessert just for him. Shew, and what a journey that was. It’s not easy to find such a thing, even in the massive Google Land.
But, through persistence, I found a recipe from Sunnyrawkitchen.blogspot.com. I made some revisions to my own recipe, and I encourage you to do the same. I did, however, have to create my own recipe for a nut-free crust. I just couldn’t find any. If you read this post and have a really good nut-free recipe, please let me know. I would love to try and post it if you do.
As the end result in making this recipe, my brother-in-law told me it gets an A+!! It was a great hit with the rest of the family as well. I sent the remaining pie home with my brother-in-law and he polished it off. Keep in mind that you could get several desserts out of this recipe. You could make a pie, as I did or you could make a parfait, layering all these recipes, just have strawberry pudding or just chocolate pudding. Possibilities are within you just waiting to be created!
So turn on some music, put your dancing shoes on (what? you don’t dance around in the kitchen as I do?) and have fun creating something healthy and delicious for your loved ones.
Ingredients:Nut- Free Crust:
Chocolate filling:
Strawberry filling:
Crust:
Chocolate filling:
Strawberry filling:
Wrap the base in plastic wrap.
Evenly and firmly press the crust into the base and partway
up the sides, if you wish to.
Plop the chocolate later onto the crust…
Spread evenly and set aside…
The strawberry mixtures has a looser texture than the chocolate,
that’s ok. Pour over the chocolate and evenly spread.
Place in the fridge overnight to chill and firm up.
Once the surface is firm, decorate.
Sue,
Hi,you have amazing recipes,very nice.
I kindlly ask your help on two things
May I use almond meal or what instead of flaxseed meal for this recipe or what if not flaxseed?
I have pecan and walnut Sentivitiies so what othe nut you may recommend me to use in your recipes and in general instead of those two?
Warm wishes
Burta
Hi Burta….
Q. May I use almond meal or what instead of flaxseed meal for this recipe or what if not flaxseed?
A. Because the flax is in the crust, it would be fine to sub it out with almond meal. If it were in a wet batter, that might change my answer because often flax is use as a binder, like an egg replacement.
Q. I have pecan and walnut Sentivitiies so what othe nut you may recommend me to use in your recipes and in general instead of those two?
A. It will depend on the recipe and flavor profile but in general you should be able to use about any other nut that you wanted. Cashews and almonds are the most common…but you can use hazel nuts, brazils, …yea, as I said, about any. :) If you see a particle recipe and wonder what other nut would be best, just ask me and I will help you more clearly. Have a great ay! amie sue
Hey, love it!
I don’t use agave for health reasons, so I will be subbing in other stuff, rice malt or coconut syrup.
Just wanted to say, that picture looks amazing! No need to retake it, I don’t think. All the best! ~Angela
Thank you Angela…. I use coconut syrup as well. I am wanting to use other alternatives as well. It’s a matter of flavor profiles and experimenting. :)
Great recipe! Thank you.
Wouldn’t the almond extract make it a nut product?
Melissa,
Almond extract… Your question is: Wouldn’t the almond extract make it a nut product? Here is the best answer I can give…
Yes and No. How is that for an answer? hehe I won’t leave it at that though. Let me explain.
If a person is allergic to nuts will they have a reaction to almond extract? The answer is yes, IF it is a pure extract containing almond protein; however, in some cases, almond extracts are not derived from almonds. Always check with extract manufacturer. This will determine if the recipe with result “nut-free” or not.
Pure almond extract is made from three primary ingredients: alcohol, water, and bitter almond oil.
Imitation almond extract also starts with water and alcohol, but it gets its flavor from synthetic benzaldehyde, created in a lab.
Bottom line, if you don’t want to use the almond extract in this recipe, omit it. Its absence won’t effect the texture of the pie… replace it with vanilla extract of you would like or any other one that you may be in favor of.
Have a great day, amie sue
Hello!
If i want to replace the avocado with cashew nuts how much I have to give?
I probably can replace the strawberries with blueberries?!
Hi Ela…I would try about 1 1/2 cups of cashews, be sure to soak them, they will swell up and soften for a creamy blend. And of course you can switch out the fruit. Keep me posted if you try it. amie sue
Hi there,
I’m so impressed with all the wonderful information on your website. I just discovered it today and I’m thrilled!
Quick question about the ingredients for this one. When you say 1/4 cup irish moss do you mean the already prepared paste or just 1/4 cup of the unprepared moss?
Thank you isa,
That is 1/4 cup for the Irish moss gel. I fixed it to make that more clear. Merry Christmas! amie sue
Aloha from Hawaii! I am so happy i have discovered your website,i am on it every day:) i made today the nut free pie(my husband is allergic to most nuts:( and just had a slice to try….it came delicious, the only problem is that i did not have a springform pan and had to use a regular one that is why i made thinner hehe
I was a bit concern about the crust because it was not sticking together but it turned out good when i sliced it.
I thank you so much Amie-Sue for your giving personality, i am fascinated of your talent in raw world and appreciate for sharing with us:)
Natalia
Aloha Natalia. Thank you for sharing all that. I am glad that you enjoyed this pie. :) Happy Easter and many blessings, amie sue
I am very glad that I have discovered your website. You have so many great recipes. I cooked this cake today. How long did you keep it in a fridge? Thanks
Hello Guljan,
I am so glad that you discovered my site as well. :) The pie ought to last 3-4 days in the fridge. Make sure that it is well sealed and protected from fridge odors. Have a great day, amie sue
Hi, Amy Sue! Is it possible to substitute irish moss (and lechitin) with agar agar?
Thanks!
It is possible Ivana. I haven’t tried it with this recipe but it is worth the try. I have done a few cheesecakes with agar and it was successful. Just be careful that you don’t use too much and it becomes to hard. Have a great day, amie sue
This is the best raw food site ever , I love it . Its clear , creative, informative and incredibly generous ..Thank you
Diann
Wexford Southern Ireland
Good evening Diann,
Thank you for all the kind and sweet words. I really appreciate them. :) Ireland?! I love it… isn’t it neat how the Internet connects people?! Have a wonderful day, amie sue
Sorry, but a friend of mine recently found out she was allergic to nuts, INCLUDING coconut, AND almond extract. I know I can just replace the extract with vanilla, but what do you suggest replacing the the coconut with? thanks.-ash
Hello Smash…
Crust:
Instead of 2 cups coconut flakes, you can use buckwheat or oats (soaked, dehydrated and ground to a flour)
Instead of 3 Tbsp raw coconut oil, you can use Medjool dates (try 1/4 – 1/2 cup packed)
Chocolate filling:
Instead of 1 Tbsp raw coconut oil – add 1 Tbsp sunflower lecithin
Strawberry filling:
Instead of 2 Tbsp melted coconut oil – just omit
Good luck and let me know if you give it a try! Blessings, amie sue
Thanks for so many great recipes!! It’s difficult where I live to find Irish Moss so can I replace it with something else in this recipe? Thanks. Namaste
Hello Karla,
I understand how hard it can be to find certain ingredients. You can try replacing it with melted coconut oil, which will firm up once chilled. It’s a place to start anyway, amie sue :)
The flavor of the chocolate seems controlled purposely so it balances and the more subtle feminine strawberry sensation. So that’s kind of sexy, and it suited Valentine’s Day when I made it.
It was not hard to make it look just like your picture using the 9″ springform, and using irish moss was a big plus because of the health benefits and the silky creaminess made it a cream pie.
Adding this strawberry chocolate pie to my ‘repertore’!!
Just lovely Judy! So happy that you enjoyed the recipe and thanks so much for taking the time to share your experience. You made me hungry. lol Blessings, amie sue
Hi Amie: How are you? I still love your site so much. All those yummy recipes … just amazing! I wanna substitute the agave with maple or coconut syrup. Which one would you rather recommend? Same quantity? Making this pie for Memorial Day :).
Good afternoon :) I am doing really good. Thank you for asking. Life has been extra busy as of late but all the extra work has brought me such joy. I am tickled that you are still enjoying the recipes. I appreciate you sharing that with me. I would go with the maple syrup. See if you can get the lightest amber color possible so it doesn’t affect the color of the pie. And yes, use the same measurement. I hope you and your loved ones enjoy the pie. Have a blessed weekend. amie sue
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Good day Paulette,
For other readers, you asked, “HELLO WITH WHAT CAN THE IRISH MOSS BE REPLACED?”
You could use more coconut oil since it firms up when chilled which will help give the pie structure and stability. blessings, amie sue