Raw Loquat Pie
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 cup(s) dates, pitted
- 1 cup(s) raw almonds
- 1 cup(s) raw walnuts
- 1/4 teaspoon(s) ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon(s) ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon(s) ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon(s) sea salt
- 1 cup(s) shredded unsweetened coconut, divided
Filling
- 1 cup(s) dates, pitted
- 3 cup(s) loquats, pitted, divided
- 1 teaspoon(s) lemon juice
Instructions
- Soak the dates in filtered water for 10 to 15 minutes to soften, then drain.
- Blend the dates, nuts, spices, salt and half of the coconut in a food processor until a firm ball is formed.
- Press the filling into a glass pie dish, making sure there’s no space near the edges. Put into the freezer to chill.
- Soak the dates in filtered water for 10 to 15 minutes to soften, then drain.
- In a food processor, blend half of the loquats (no need to peel them) with the lemon juice and dates until smooth. Chop the other half of the loquats and place into a mixing bowl. Pour the blended loquats over the chopped loquats, mix together and add any additional spices, to taste.
- Spread the fruit mixture on top of the chilled crust and chill again for another 1 to 2 hours. Before serving, top the pie with the remaining shredded coconut and garnish with edible flowers, if desired.
