Brianna's Raspberry Banana Ice Cream Torte
Category: Raw Foods

Suitable for a: raw vegan diet


Ingredients:
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8 frozen bananas
3 fresh bananas
1 8 oz jar raw almond butter
3 t vanilla
juice of 1 lemon
1 cup carob powder
2 cups dates, pitted
1 cup almonds
5 T honey or agave nectar
2 cups raspberries
dried coconut


Instructions:
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In food processor, grind almonds to powder. While processor is running, add dates until mixture forms a ball ( usually takes about 1 cup). Add 1 tsp vanilla. Press into 8x8 square glass dish. Layer sliced fresh bananas over crust. In food processor, process 4 frozen bananas, carob, lemon juice, 1 tsp vanilla, all but 2 T almond butter, remaining dates, and 3 T honey or agave. Once smooth, layer over sliced bananas. Once again, layer sliced bananas over carob layer. In food processor, process remaining fresh and frozen bananas, 1 cup raspberries, 1 tsp vanilla, remaining almond butter, and remaining honey or agave. Once smooth, layer over sliced bananas. Sprinkle coconut over top and line edge of dish with remaining raspberries.


Additional comments:
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Store in freezer. When ready to eat, cut pieces and allow to thaw 20 minutes before eating. Enjoy!