Recipe Category: Dessert
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Ingredients
Makes 8 servings
- 1 1/4 cups vegan chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup vegan margarine, melted
- 1 (12-ounce) bag vegan semisweet chocolate chips ¾ cup unsalted raw cashews
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup agave nectar
- 1 (12-ounce) package firm silken tofu, drained and patted dry
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- chocolate curls, vegan whipped cream, or chopped toasted nuts, for garnish (optional)
Method
- Lightly oil the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie plate or springform pan and set aside
- In a food processor, combine the cookie crumbs with the melted margarine and pulse until the crumbs are moistened
- Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan
- Refrigerate until needed
- Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave
- Set aside
- In a high-speed blender, grind the cashews to a powder
- Add the water and blend until smooth
- Add the agave nectar, tofu and vanilla and blend until smooth
- Add the melted chocolate chips and blend until creamy
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to firm up
- When ready to serve, top with your garnish of choice, if using
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