I made these no-bake blueberry creamsicle bars as an experiment. I’d been wanting to try making my own cashew-based vegan cheesecake for the longest time. I’d never tried it before but after seeing countless beautiful vegan cheesecakes all over the place. So, I finally decided I’d give it a go. As a major dessert person, it was the only raw vegan dessert I hadn’t attempted yet. My mom took one bite into these and said, “yum, they taste just like a creamsicle”.
So there you have it, that’s how these no-bake, vegan & gluten-free blueberry creamsicle bars came to be. These bars scream “summer” because they’re extra fruity, easy to make, and are great for entertaining. I’ve found that raw vegan desserts are so rich, you only need a little bit to get you by. Which works well for parties, because a little will go a long way!
Cashews do wonders when they’re soaked overnight.
They make a great base that resembles a classic cheesecake texture and taste. When mixed with blueberries, coconut cream, coconut butter, coconut nectar, and a dash of salt, the result is heavenly. These creamsicle bars are 100% raw, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free making them a much healthier dessert option for anyone with a naughty sweet tooth like me.
For the bottom layer, I went with a coconut/cashew/almond mix that paired greatly with the blueberry cheesecake. I like eating them right out of the freezer, because they’re slightly chilled, but still soft, chewy, and amazingly refreshing.
Now that I have this as my basic cheesecake recipe, I want to play around with the flavors. I’m thinking strawberry, raspberry, or even orange would taste great! That’s the fun part with these, you can easily customize them to make them your own.
If you’ve ever doubted being able to enjoy sweets as a vegan, think again. I’ve found super simple ways to recreate some of my favorite treats, like oreos, snickers bars, brownies, and now these creamsicle bars. If you try them, please share with me on Instagram @dayslikelaura! I love seeing your beautiful recreations.
No-Bake Blueberry Creamsicle Bars
Ingredients
For the base
- 1/2 cup cashews
- 1/2 cup almonds
- 1 1/2 cups shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup coconut nectar
- 1/8 tsp salt
For the filling
- 1 cup cashews soaked overnight
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1/4 cup coconut nectar
- 3 tbsp coconut butter
- 3 tbsp coconut cream
- pinch of salt
Instructions
For the base
- In a high-speed blender or food processor, add cashews, almonds, and coconut and blend until broken down into a flour-like consistency.
- Add in all other ingredients and process until a sticky ball of dough forms.
- Press evenly into the bottom of a pan lined with parchment paper.
- Place in the freezer while you make the filling.
For the filling
- In a high-speed blender or food processor, blend cashews, blueberries, and coconut nectar until well combined.
- Add in all other ingredients and blend until completely mixed.
- Pour on top of the base and place back in the freezer.
- Allow 3-4 hours for the filling to set.
- Enjoy!
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[…] 24. Raw Blueberry Creamsicles Bars These creamsicle bars have a chewy, soft texture with a base made from cashews, almonds, shredded coconut, and coconut nectar. The sweet, purple topping is just blueberries, cashews, coconut nectar, coconut butter, and coconut cream with a pinch of salt. Move over, oranges and cream! Blueberry is the new creamsicle in town. […]
[…] 24. Raw Blueberry Creamsicles Bars These creamsicle bars have a chewy, soft texture with a base made from cashews, almonds, shredded coconut, and coconut nectar. The sweet, purple topping is just blueberries, cashews, coconut nectar, coconut butter, and coconut cream with a pinch of salt. Move over, oranges and cream! Blueberry is the new creamsicle in town. […]
WOW – these look amazing, I just want one right now! I love that they are pretty easy too (at least compared to a lot of raw desserts!). Will give them a go for sure, thank you! 🙂
Thanks Claudia, I’ll send some your way 😉 That’s so nice to hear, I try to simplify my raw desserts to make them as simple & delicious as possible. That way it’s not too costly and you can enjoy them without all the hassle. Can’t wait to hear what you think of them, enjoy!!
These look amazing!! And finally, a raw dessert without dates! 😉
YES! I’m guilty of using dates in almost all my raw sweets & treats, so I figured it’s about time I try one without them. Glad you noticed 🙂
I’ve always been obsessed with blueberries, especially as a child. If there ever was an option with blueberries, I had to have it.
Still love them, so for me this recipe looks just like heaven! X
Thank you Teffy! I absolutely love blueberries too. They’re actually one of my favorite fruits, after bananas and mango. If you do make them, please share a photo with me on Instagram @asunshinemission!
Though I don’t make raw treats often you definitely have inspired me to make these creamsicle bars.. they look amazingly delicious.
Aw Thalia you just made my day! I tested these on my parents who are not too familiar with raw desserts, and they absolutely loved them! I hope you do too 🙂