Chocolate Banana Pie

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup pumpkin seeds ((or nuts/seeds of choice))
• 1/4-1/2 cup rolled or quick oats (GF if needed (see instructions))
• 12 medium dates ((I used Deglet Noir) soft or soaked (see instructions))
• 3 medium bananas ((weight without peel))
• 1/3 cup peanut butter
• 3 Tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tsp psyllium husk powder ((see notes))
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 1/2 Tbsp maple syrup
• 1/4 cup peanut butter (softened)
• 1 Pinch of salt ((optional))

Instructions

1. 1

   Follow my metric measurements (grams) for accurate results. You can watch the video in the post for visual instructions.

2. 2

   --- Prepare the Crust ---

3. 3

   First, line a 7-inch round springform tin with parchment paper and set it aside.

4. 4

   Then, transfer the oats and pumpkin seeds to a food processor and pulse about 4 times into a chunky crumb consistency.

5. 5

   Add the dates and blend until the mixture sticks together when pressed between your fingers.If the dates seem dry, first soak them in hot water for about 15-20 until softened. You will need more oats with soaked dates, too.

6. 6

   Transfer the mixture to the springform tin and press it into an even layer (with your hands or the flat bottom of a glass/similar tool). Set it aside.

7. 7

   --- Prepare the Peanut Butter Banana Filling ---

8. 8

   Rinse out the food processor, dry it, then add all the filling ingredients to it and blend until smooth and creamy.

9. 9

   Pour the filling over the crust and transfer the pan to the freezer for 20-30 minutes.

10. 10

    --- Prepare the Chocolate Layer and Chill ---

11. 11

    In a medium bowl, combine the cocoa powder, water, and maple syrup. Whisk until lump-free.

12. 12

    Then stir/whisk in the peanut butter and, optionally, a pinch of salt until it has a consistency similar to Nutella. If it's too thin, add more peanut butter.

13. 13

    Pour that over the peanut butter banana filling and smooth it with a spatula.

14. 14

    Transfer the tart to the freezer for at least 3-4 hours, or until set, then remove it from the springform, slice, and enjoy!