Vegan Chocolate Prune Slice

Last updated on March 23rd, 2020 at 09:14 am

Prunes! Not just for your Nan, prunes are a delicious and versatile ingredient. Fantastic in both savoury dishes and sweet treats like this chocolate prune slice, I think the prune deserves a second chance.

The poor old prune. Seen by many as the embarrassing cousin of the date, prunes have a serious PR problem. While I do love dates – I could eat my almond butter and oat energy balls made with dates for days – prunes are a sweet, slightly tart change in pace. So, with a little damage control we are going to embrace the prune and turn it in to a deliciously good chocolate prune slice.

SO…WHAT IS A PRUNE?

Prunes are simply plums that have been dried in the sun without any fermentation process. They are just dried plums! Maybe we need to re-brand. Would you care for a dried-plum, Madam?

Dark, wrinkly and a little bit sticky this maligned fruit is a little powerhouse of nutrition. Given its credentials it’s a shame this little guy has been relegated Nana’s morning porridge.  Not sexy to be sure.

But, look at all the good things we are missing out on:

WHY YOU SHOULD BE EATING PRUNES

Prunes, or dried plums if you please, are delicious, juicy and a nice change from the super sweet date. Also, they are half the price. And let’s be honest, they will keep you regular. This vegan chocolate prune slice is chocolatey and delicious; they won’t even know the prunes are in there.

FAQS

Do I have to soak prunes before using?

Nope. If stored properly dates don’t dry out nearly as much as dates. They will stay sticky and sweet. 

Can I freeze this slice?

Totally. Once you have baked the slice allow it to sit for 10-minutes before slicing. Let the slice cool completely before wrapping it in foil and storing the squares flat in a freezer-proof bag or sealed container for up to 3 months. To thaw, remove the slice from the freezer and thaw on the counter. 

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5 from 3 votes

Vegan Chocolate & Prune Slice

Course Snack

Cuisine Chocolate

Keyword chocolate prune slice, chocolate slice

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Servings 12 servings

Calories 245kcal

Author Logan

Ingredients

Base

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1/2 cup raw almonds
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 3 tbs melted coconut oil
• 3 tbs maple syrup
• 3 tbs water

Chocolate Layer

• 400 g pitted prunes
• 4 tbs good quality cocoa
• 1/2 cup desiccated coconut
• 2 tbs maple syrup
• pinch sea salt
• 2 tbs water

Topping

• 1/3 desiccated coconut to sprinkle

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 175 degrees C.
• Line a 8"x8" slice pan with baking paper or parchment.
• Combine all base ingredients into a food processor and blitz until combined and the mix sticks together. Press the mix firmly and evenly in to the slice tray.
• Clean out processor and add all chocolate layer ingredients to the now clean bowl. Blitz until combined and spread evenly over base layer.
• The mix is sticky so I use a wet fork to wrestle it into submission. Sprinkle enough coconut to cover the slice all over.
• Bake in the oven for 20 minutes. To toast the coconut top layer, pop the slice under the broiler for a minute or two to toast.
• Remove from oven and let the slice rest for 10 minutes for cutting to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 260IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 1mg