Raw Andes Mint Pie! A rich and creamy dessert that is made with real, whole food ingredients and doesn’t require any bake time!
We all know what men want for Valentine’s Day…
…chocolate!
Not really unless you’re wearing it, but this pie could definitely be the cherry on top of a romantic evening.
Last year, I made these Healthy Andes’ Mints for my beloved, and this year, I’ve taken it one (or three) decadent steps further with this delicious, chocolat-y, minty, creamy, make-you-wanna-buy-me-diamonds pie.
Believe it or not, since my husband and I started having kids (four years ago now), we have been on ZERO dates together! Four years, people.
We love our daughters to pieces, but we also look forward to the days ahead when they start real school, and we can squeeze in a mid-day horror movie together (one of our favorite pastimes). 🙂
For now, however, we resolve to enjoy the brief moments of silence we get with naps, preschool, and the rare moments when the girls want to watch Sofia the First while donning plastic crowns and princess dresses in the privacy of their own room.
Chocolate and mint combine in this no-bake treat for a raw dessert that will please all!
- CRUST:
- 1 c . pecans
- 1 c . oats (or more pecans if paleo or grain-free) (I use Country Choice Organic Oats)
- 20 soft dates (you can also substitute about 2 c. raisins)
- 5 T . cocoa powder
- 1/2 t . sea salt
- 1 t . mint extract
- 1 T . coconut oil , melted
- 1-3 t . water
- MINT CREAM:
- 2 avocados
- 1/2 c . coconut oil , melted
- 1/4 t . sea salt
- 1/4 c . maple syrup or honey
- 2 t . mint extract
- 1 T . water
- CHOCOLATE COATING:
- 1/2 c . cocoa powder
- 1/4 c . maple syrup or honey
- 2 T . coconut oil , melted
- 2 T . water
- pinch sea salt
- 1/2 t . mint extract
- CRUST:
- Process the pecans and oats (if using) together until they form a meal.
- Remove the meal and add in the dates.
- Process the dates until they break down and form a large lump of paste.
- Add back the pecan mix, along with the cocoa power, salt, mint, and coconut oil and process until well combined.
- Drizzle in the water, starting with one teaspoon, adding just enough to bring everything together.
- Press the mixture into a lightly oiled pie plate.
- Place in the freezer while you make the mint cream.
- MINT CREAM:
- Process everything together until smooth and well combined.
- Pour into the pie shell and place into the refrigerator or freezer until firm to the touch (obviously, the freezer will be faster).
- CHOCOLATE COATING:
- Stir all of the ingredients together until smooth and well combined.
- Pour and spread atop the solid mint cream layer.
- Refrigerate or freeze until firm.
- Cut carefully and enjoy!
Nutrition facts are based on using oats, 20 dates, and maple syrup. Weight Watchers points (new system): 10. For this to be truly raw, be sure to use raw cacao powder.
Adapted from this recipe
Who needs boxed candies when you can make a rich and self-indulgent dessert like this in the privacy of your own gluttonous home?
Though my husband and I won’t be attending any Eli Roth movie marathons this year, I know we will enjoy each and every bite of this sinful treat together!
How do you like to celebrate Valentine’s Day?
Shared with: Allergy-Free Wednesday, Raw Foods Thursday
Judy says
May 21, 2018 at 5:54 amTried to give it 5 stars but I posted my comment too fast…oops!
Judy says
May 21, 2018 at 5:52 amI made this recipe a while ago, exactly as written and using all 1st choice ingredients. It was absolutely incredible! I thought that I bookmarked this but forgot. Anyway, I have been searching for it for days now to make again for a special get-to-gether and was getting really frustrated until this very moment bc I finally found it!!! Thank you Lauren for this recipe, it is truly amazing. Delicious & healthy.
Lauren says
May 21, 2018 at 12:31 pmHaha, thanks so much Judy! Glad you liked this recipe, it’s my husband’s favorite. 🙂
Kurt says
June 22, 2017 at 9:40 amThis is my favorite dessert of all time! Thank you for sharing this unbelievably delicious recipe!
Ruth Ann Keister says
February 2, 2015 at 12:38 pmThis recipe was a hit all last summer! I used peppermint oil instead of extract because it’s so much cheaper and you only need several drops. I fooled around adding more or less of some of the ingredients. I also added cayenne pepper to the chocolate to give it a nice spice. It was never the same twice. Thank you so much!
Lauren says
February 2, 2015 at 12:59 pmThat’s great Ruth, thanks for the feedback!
emily says
January 5, 2015 at 7:17 pmIs the whole pie 10 weight watchers points or each serving 10 weight watchers points? Got them chilling in ht efreezer now!
Lauren says
January 5, 2015 at 7:29 pmEach serving 🙂
Felicia says
August 21, 2014 at 8:25 pmTHX a lot. I am actually so disappointed from the vitamix… but anyway the pie is super! 🙂
Felicia says
August 21, 2014 at 7:59 pmHi Lauren!
I was making your raw mint pie with a Ninja. Now I have a Vitamix and its soooo difficult to combine everything… If you use a high speed blender can you pls tell me how you make the crust? Thx
Btw this is our favorite treat!
Lauren says
August 21, 2014 at 8:21 pmHi Felicia,
I use a food processor to make the crust and am not really sure how the Vitamix would compare. I would try grinding the nuts and oats together first and then adding the rest a little at a time. I know there’s a tamper with the Vitamix that might help as well. I hope that helps and that you get to enjoy it again! 🙂
Alexandra Rutherford says
April 2, 2014 at 2:46 pmSo, I made this today with hazelnuts and orange essence instead of mint extract and it was sooooooooooo good! I recommend trying it. Tastes like a terrys chocolate orange!
Lauren says
April 2, 2014 at 7:16 pmOoooo, sounds delicious Alexandra! 🙂
Sparky says
March 17, 2014 at 5:02 pmHello. Thank you for posting this recipe. I had paleo and vegan friends over last night and made it for them. This was a real hit. As a non-vegan, I have to say this was just a delicious pie that I would make for myself. The minty smooth middle layer is the perfect compliment to the dark chocolate topper. Thanks for this winner!
Lauren says
March 17, 2014 at 6:50 pmThat’s great to hear Sparky, I’m so happy you all enjoyed it!! 😀
Diana says
February 23, 2014 at 9:01 amyes, we are. especially my husband 😉
Lauren says
February 23, 2014 at 9:40 amHurray! 😀
Diana says
February 22, 2014 at 11:46 amDear Lauren,
Thank you for this fantastic recipe! Your recipe is so easy for understanding and preparing! I just made this pie! And now waiting for tomorrow morning to taste! Unfortunately it is too late for today 🙂
Lauren says
February 22, 2014 at 11:53 amThank you Diana! I hope you enjoy it as much as we do! 🙂
Naomi says
February 19, 2014 at 2:18 amThis looks amazing, I have some avocados waiting to be made into this!
amber says
February 18, 2014 at 8:52 pmGorgeous, gorgeous! And like Heather, I will be making this for my husband soon. He loves (LOVES) mint and chocolate. He is going to freak out over this! Thanks for a great recipe.
Ellie@Fit for the soul says
February 17, 2014 at 10:08 pmWhoaaaa Lauren!~~ You’ve really outdone yourself with this! And omgness, I kid you not I had noooo idea you had just made these, and I say that because I happened to make an Andes Mint buttercream frosting cupcake for Valentine’s too but not knowing you posted about this. Hah!
Lauren says
February 18, 2014 at 9:01 amHi Ellie!! Your buttercream sounds delicious! I love anything with both mint and chocolate. I hope you and your family are doing well! 😀
stephanie says
February 17, 2014 at 12:37 pmI made this for Valentine’s Day and OH MY GOSH! SO GOOD! Honestly, one of the best desserts we’ve ever tasted =).
Lauren says
February 17, 2014 at 12:42 pmThat’s awesome Stephanie, I’m so happy to hear it!!
Tessa@TessaTheDomesticDiva says
February 10, 2014 at 7:55 amlauren, I adore the orig recipe, so this looks fantastic! Featuring it this week on AFW!
Lauren says
February 10, 2014 at 8:47 amThank you so much Tessa! 😀
Gabby @ the veggie nook says
February 9, 2014 at 6:03 pmThis pie is gorgeous girl! Your husband is a lucky lucky man!
I can’t believe you haven’t been on a date in so long! Well you guys will definitely deserve it when you get to!
Heather @Gluten-Free Cat says
February 6, 2014 at 6:16 pmYay! I was waiting for this recipe with bated breath! I am making this next week for my husband for Valentine’s Day. He’s going to love it! Thank you so much!!
Heather
Mike @TheIronYou says
February 4, 2014 at 3:16 amI never thought of you as an horror movie date kind of lady. I haven’t been to a horror movie in ages – my GF hates them (…in all truth she’s just terrified).
I so want to try making an Andes’ Mint Pie sounds just too awesome to pass up!
Kim @ Hungry Healthy Girl says
February 3, 2014 at 10:50 amThis looks amazing! Love the color! Good luck on the date… I’m pretty much in the same boat you’re in. 😉
Sharon says
February 3, 2014 at 8:26 amThis looks absolutely decadent! I’ve been waiting with baited breath since you posted the sneak peek of this pie last week … Aren’t avocados just the most wondrous, versatile thing going? I hope your hubby knows how blessed he is. 🙂
Lauren says
February 3, 2014 at 8:34 amThank you Sharon! Yes, I love avocados! They’re so versatile! 🙂
Allison @ Clean Wellness says
February 3, 2014 at 5:11 amOh my gosh! This looks incredible. I remember those chocolates from my childhood. I always kept them in the fridge so they were nice and cold. I need to try this. I love the idea of the avocado in the centre. It’s like a giant nanaimo bar!
Haha and yes, men definitely want pie for valentine’s day 😉
Lauren says
February 3, 2014 at 9:11 amThanks Allison! I cracked up over your pie comment, by the way. 😀