NO BAKE LEMON CHEESECAKE BARS

Gluten Free | Dairy Free | Egg Free

INGREDIENTS: FOR THE CRUST- Pitted dates, slivered almonds, unsweetened shredded coconut, natural vanilla flavored pudding mix, salt, coconut oil

INGREDIENTS: FOR THE FILLING- raw whole cashews, canned coconut milk or cream, maple syrup, lemon juice, vanilla extract, lemon zest, melted coconut oil, lemon extract, natural food dye (or turmeric). 

Place cashews in bowl, cover with water, let soak for 2 hours (up to 12 hours). Drain, rinse, and set aside.

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In food processor bowl, place dates, almonds and shredded coconut. Pulse until coarse sand-like texture. Add pudding mix and salt. Pulse again. Add coconut oil, pulse again.

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Press cheesecake crust into parchment-lined 8x8 baking pan. Chill in fridge for 30-45 minutes.

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Place the drained cashews, coconut milk/cream, maple syrup, lemon juice, vanilla, and lemon zest in food processor. Blend well. Add coconut oil, blend until smooth.

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Spread 1/2 filling over chilled crust. Place in freezer. Use remaining topping and add natural food coloring. Spread over chilled bars.

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Freeze for 1 hour or until set and firm enough to slice. Cut the bars into 15-18 squares. Serve cheesecake bars with small lemon slices.

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These gluten-free, dairy-free Lemon Cheesecake Bars are an easy, no-bake cheesecake dessert no one can resist!

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