Cherry-Ripe Brownie Bites

Directions

1. Chop & soak the dates in boiling water for 10 minutes, keeping the water when finished.

2. In a large bowl or food processor combine the dates, 2 tbsp of date water and the rest of ingredients for the brownie base, it should be sticky. Press into desired shape silicone moulds or lined loaf tin. Freeze for 15 minutes.

3. To make cherry layer: Place cherries & 2 tbsp water in a pot on medium heat and simmer for 5 minutes or until cherries start to break down. Mash using a fork. Add coconut, maple syrup, coconut cream and beet powder. Mix until combined. 

4. Remove the brownie base from the freezer and add the cherry layer. Return to freezer for up to 4 hours.

5. Once set, remove the bites from the moulds & place on a baking mat/paper.

6. Melt the dark chocolate in a bowl and carefully spoon on top of each of the bites. Let the excess drizzle down the sides.

7. Place them back into the freezer for 1 hour to set. Store them in a container in the fridge. Enjoy!