Raw Fig Pistachio Bars

Looking for the perfect way to put those ripe figs to good use? Then give these fruity, refreshing, and nutty bars a try. Fig and pistachio are a perfect flavor combo — you get crunchy pistachios from the crust, a layer of creamy cashew cheesecake with pistachios mixed in, and then a topping of fresh sliced figs. Finish your day with a slice of this dessert bar and a cup of hot tea.

RAW FIG PISTACHIO BARS [VEGAN, GLUTEN-FREE]

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE CRUST:

• 3/4 cup pistachios
• 3/4 cup raisins

FOR THE FILLING:

• 1 cup raw cashews, soaked overnight, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 cup water or non-dairy milk
• 2 tablespoons dark rum (optional)
• 1/4 cup roughly chopped pistachios

FOR THE TOPPING:

• 3 medium figs

PREPARATION

TO MAKE THE CRUST:

1. Grind all the crust ingredients in a food processor until you get a sticky paste.
2. Line a cake pan with parchment paper and spread the crust on the bottom.
3. Place the pan in the freezer while you prepare the filling.

TO MKE THE FILLING:

1. Blend all the filling ingredients in a high-speed blender.
2. Take the cake pan out of the freezer and add the filling, place back in the freezer.

TO MAKE THE TOPPING:

1. Slice the figs and place on the dessert before serving.

http://www.onegreenplanet.org/vegan-recipe/raw-fig-pistachio-bars/