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Monday, August 26, 2013

Raw Peach Cobbler with Chocolate Genache

Chocolate is one of my main obsessions. And since it's actually GOOD for your heart, and filled with antioxidants, why now? Now, let's make a distinction between cacao and cocoa. Cocoa is heated, and processed, and not what they mean when they say chocolate is good for you (although it's an upgrade from a chocolate bar). In a pinch, you can make this with simple cocoa and follow the rest of the ingredients and you're good to go. However, if you really want to reap the benefits of all that chocolate has in store, you definitely want to go with cacao, which is unheated, unprocessed, the raw, real deal. Cacao is one of the highest antioxidants fruits on this planet, especially if left alone (unheated and raw). So you can rest assured that this dessert is not only delicious but good for your glorious bod!

1 peach, sliced
1/4 cup walnuts, or amount that suits you

chocolate genache:

It's best if you make big batches of this in a blender and just have it in the fridge for later use (since it will be smoother) but if you're like me and just need something in a pinch, this smaller recipe can suit you just fine. You might just have to blend it really well with a spoon to let go of the lumps.  Or if you're ok with the lumps, then all the better. Otherwise, I'd probably quadruple the ingredients and blend it up in a strong blender and have enough for the week.

2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1-2 tablespoon cacao
some vanilla extract, optional

Mix all ingredients together until well blended. What's great about this recipe is that you can make it thicker or thinner, just by adding more or less cacao...if you want a really thick mousse, add one more tablespoon of cacao. If you like it thin, just enjoy it as is.  Stir it really well with a spoon and drizzle a little over the peaches and walnuts.  This recipe would be good enough for two servings.  

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