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Creamy Vegan Citrus-Turmeric Bars

Nick Joly, Inspired By Nick, Toronto

Prep Time: 25 min

Cook Time: 3 hr

Number of servings

BASE ingredients

1 cup mixed nuts (like almonds and walnuts)
1.25 cup pitted dates
0.25 cup raw organic cocoa powder
0.25 cup water

Filling ingredients

2 cups cashews soaked overnight
0.75 cups full fat coconut milk
0.33 cup coconut oil
0.33 cup maple syrup
1 tsp. vanilla
1 Sunkist® lemon, juiced
2 tsp. of lemon zest

Topping ingredients

2 cups Sunkist Ojai Pixie tangerines, Gold Nugget mandarins, or regular mandarins (approx. 8 individual)
2 Tbsp. maple syrup
0.25 tsp. turmeric powder

PREP TIME

Preparation: 25 minutes

Freezing: 3 hours

BASE

Directions

Mix all base ingredients into a food processor until you have a dough-like consistency.
Line a 9x9 tray with parchment paper, and line the bottom with your base using hands or a spatula.
Set aside in fridge to firm up.

Filling

Directions

Mix all ingredients into a food processor, until you achieve a consistent liquid filling. (A few lumps are okay.)
Using a spatula, add this layer to your base, and set aside in the fridge.

Topping

Directions

In a shallow bowl, peel your citrus and begin to chop down into little pieces.
With a fork, press down to extract juice and fillings, until you get one consistency.
On the stovetop, over medium heat, add pressed citrus with maple syrup, and let simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the topping layer to the bars chilling in the fridge and spread evenly.
Move to freezer and freeze for approximately 3 hours before cutting and serving.