Vegan Raw Fudge

I am learning more about raw food diets. Like any new way of eating I always test out the desserts first! I recently made this fudge and thought I would share the recipe.

This recipe is from my good friend Laurie Vukich co-creator of NaturesKnockout.com. Check out her youtube video at:

http://www.youtube.com/user/naturesknockout#p/c/2334CBC19A790A38/5/-nztP50IsM8

on how to make this and other tasty treats. (She and her daughter Tiffany originally started the site to educate consumers about unsafe cosmetics.) I think these two are fantastic!

1 cup organic (non-hydrogenated) coconut oil
1 cup organic agave nectar (this is pretty sweet- feel free to reduce a little)
1 cup organic unsweetened coconut flakes
1/2 cup (3/4 carob powder, 1/4 cacao powder)
1 cup organic almonds

Blend all ingredients in a food processor and pour in to a pan 6x9x2 in size. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Then enjoy!

A few things to think about:

A small serving is plenty- a large serving will make your tummy ache (yes I know this for a fact... especially if you try and eat it for breakfast!)

FYI- This is NOT a low calorie item.

There is some debate about coconut oil- it is high in saturated fat. I have been doing some reading on the subject and I feel comfortable with a small portion of coconut oil in my vegetarian diet.

Lastly- the fudge will stick to the bottom and sides of the pan. I have yet to figure out how to remedy this. I was thinking of lining it with wax paper next time since it is all cold and the wax will not be melted. If you have a solution please feel free to share it with me!