Here is what must be the world’s easiest chocolate slice recipe – not only is there no cooking involved, the end result is a tasty slice that will fool even the most dedicated sweet tooth! Yet there is no sugar in this recipe, the dates provide a natural sweetness.
Ingredients:
600g pitted dates
1 cup desiccated coconut
2 tablespoons raw cacao powder (or cocoa)
Optional – 1/3 cup of chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds etc)
Method:
1) Rinse and drain dates. Process dates in food processor until finely choped.
2) Add coconut and cacao (and nuts if using). Process until ingredients are well mixed.
3) Press firmly into lamington tray with the back of a spoon. Chill in refrigerator until firm, then slice into squares.