Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
- Line a work surface with two sheets of parchment paper. On the back (non-ink) side of each sheet, trace a 5‑inch diameter circle and set the sheets pen/pencil-side down on the counter.
- In a food processor, add the pitted medjool dates, 2 cups shredded coconut, 1 cup walnuts, 1/2 cup pecans, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 tsp nutmeg, 1/8 tsp allspice, 1/8 tsp ground cloves, and a dash of sea salt. Pulse until the mixture is combined but still has a hearty, crumbly texture.
- Add the 1 cup shredded carrot and 1/4 cup Harmless Harvest coconut water to the processor. Pulse about 5 times, until the mixture begins to come together but remains slightly sticky.
- Remove the blade from the food processor. Add the 1/4 cup chopped dried pineapple and 1/4 cup raisins. Use a wooden spoon to fold and stir these into the mixture until evenly distributed.
- Divide the mixture in half. Scoop one half into the center of one traced circle on the parchment and use a spatula to press and smooth it into an even layer about 1 inch thick and within the 5‑inch circle. Repeat with the other half on the second circle.
- Place both parchment circles with the formed cake layers into the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes to firm.
- While the cake layers chill, make the icing: combine 1 cup coconut cream (the thick cream from the top of a can), 1 tbsp agave or maple syrup, and 3 tbsp coconut flour in a standing mixer or with a hand mixer. Whip until the mixture is fluffy and creamy.
- Place the icing in the refrigerator and chill for at least 20 minutes to firm.
- Remove the cake layers and the icing from the refrigerator. Place one chilled cake layer (on its parchment) onto a serving plate and spread half of the chilled icing evenly over the top.
- Place the second cake layer on top of the iced layer. Spread the remaining icing over the top (and the sides, if you like).
- Garnish the top with 1/2 cup chunky coconut shreds and a light sprinkle of cinnamon. Serve immediately or keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
