Enjoy this raw vegan carrot cake with a delicious cashew cream cheese frosting that is good for you. Dates and maple syrup give this dessert their natural sweetness, and spices add their earthy flavors. It's a guilt-free treat for any occasion.
Ingredients: 3 cups shredded carrots. 1 cup walnuts. 1 cup dates, pitted. 1 cup shredded coconut. 1 teaspoon cinnamon. 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg. 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger. Pinch of salt. 1 cup cashews, soaked for 2 hours. 1/4 cup maple syrup. 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted. 1 tablespoon lemon juice. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
Instructions: In a food processor, pulse the walnuts until finely ground. Add dates, shredded coconut, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Pulse until well combined. Transfer mixture to a bowl and stir in shredded carrots. Press mixture firmly into a lined cake pan. Place in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the frosting. In a blender, combine soaked cashews, maple syrup, coconut oil, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy. Remove cake from the refrigerator and spread frosting evenly over the top. Garnish with additional shredded carrots or chopped walnuts if desired. Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy!
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