Although I always have a hard time saying goodbye to summer and its vibrant sunshine, I love snuggling up on the couch with a warm cup of tea and a sweet treat when it starts getting colder outside. This Cinnamon Spiced Pear with Sweet Coconut Crumble is the perfect raw vegan dessert to warm you up during these rainy fall days! It has a nice buttery taste & crunchy texture thanks to the addition of dried coconut and crispy almonds, but it’s still low in fat and very easy to digest. The best of both worlds!
Cinnamon Spiced Pear with Sweet Coconut Crumble
SERVES: 2 people
EQUIPMENT: large mixing bowl, food processor
INGREDIENTS:
Cinnamon Spiced Pear
2 large pears, peeled and diced
2 tablespoons of date paste
1/8 teaspoon of cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon of vanilla powder
2 large pinches of Himalayan crystal salt or sea salt
Sweet Coconut Crumble (makes about ½ cup)
3 tablespoons of dried coconut
2 tablespoons of raisins
2 tablespoons of almonds, soaked for 8 to 12 hours and dehydrated until crisp
1/8 teaspoon of vanilla powder 1 large pinch of Himalayan crystal salt or sea salt
Garnish
½ teaspoon of orange zest, finely chopped (optional)
DIRECTIONS:
Cinnamon Spiced Pear
Combine pear, date paste, cinnamon, vanilla powder and salt in a large mixing bowl. Stir well.
Sweet Coconut Crumble
Combine dried coconut, raisins, almonds, vanilla powder and salt in the food processor fitted with an S-blade. Process until your reach a fine crumble consistency.
Garnish
- Fill each serving glass or bowl with a generous portion of cinnamon spiced pear.
- Top with sweet coconut crumble and finely chopped orange zest.
JULIE’S TIPS & TRICKS:
- This Cinnamon Spiced Pear will stay fresh for at least 2 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The sweet coconut crumble will stay fresh for at least 1 week if you store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Would you like to try something a little adventurous? Garnish this Cinnamon Spiced Pear with Sweet Coco Crumble with a sprinkle of dried thyme. The herb adds a pleasant earthy flavor to this sweet dessert.
Now I would love to hear from you! What’s your favorite comfort food to warm up during these rainy fall days? Let me know by leaving a comment down below.
