Ingredients

1 tbsp cocoa powder (or cacao powder)

1/4 cup raw cashews (or almonds, walnuts, pecans, or macadamia nuts)

1/4 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened)

1/16 tsp salt

scant 1/4 cup pitted dates (4 small dates)

Preparation

Combine all ingredients in a food processor and blend. Then transfer to a 7-in baking dish or aluminum pan. Using a piece of wax or parchment paper, smush into the pan and pour desired filling on top or refrigerate until ready to use. (Notes: I like Sunmaid dates, as they’re softer.)