Before starting, make sure to soak the cashews in water for a few hours. This softens the cashews and makes it easier to grind them up. After a few hours, drain the cashews and you’re ready to start!
In a food processor, cut up the 8 dates in half and place evenly in the processor. Add in the 1 1/2 cup of cashews, maple syrup and water and blend until call cashews and dates are evenly mixed
Spread the crust mixture onto the pie dish and crimp the edges. Place in the freezer to chill while making the filling.
Making the filling is just as simple. In the food processor, cut and peel the avocados into fourths. Blend the avocados until you get a creamy mixture
Add the lime juice, cashews, salt and maple syrup and blend again until you get a creamy mixture.
Finally, add in half a cup of the shredded coconut and blend for a few seconds. You’ll want a creamy texture but with small chunks of coconut.
Take the pie crust out of the freezer and add in the filling. spread evenly. Sprinkle the last half cup of shredded coconut onto the pie.
Place the pie in the freezer. Take the pie out an hour before serving to let thaw.
