Raw Vegan Pumpkin CheesecakeOkay…I know my posts have been mostly pumpkin lately…should I apologize??? Probably…but not until I post this dreamy, creamy pie! Cashews, in all their creamy goodness, serve as the base for the filling and pumpkin subtly shines through making this a fall-lovers delight. Enjoy with a topping of chopped pecans, cacao nibs and a drizzle of your favorite syrup. Tastes best when a slice is shared with a friend.Crust ingredients1/2 cup coconut flour (like @anthonysgoods)1/2 almonds1/2 cup applesauce1/4 cup raisinsMethod: Add coconut flour and almonds to a food processor and process on high until a course meal is achieved. Add remaining ingredients and process to combine. Cover the bottom of a springform pan with parchment paper and add crust. Press firmly and evenly to form crust layer. Place in freezer while continuing recipe.Filling ingredients1/4 cup coconut milk3/4 cup pumpkin puree1/2 cup baked white sweet potato (cooled and peeled)2 cups cashews, soaked for 3 hours and drained1/2 cup pitted dates1 scoop vanilla pea based protein powder (like @Nuzest_usa Smooth Vanilla Clean Lean Protein)Juice of two small limes1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spiceMethod: Add all ingredients in the order listed to a high powered blender (such as @vitamix). Blend until smooth. Remove crust from freezer and fill with cheesecake filling. Return to freezer for 3 hours or until firm. Creamy topping ingredientsCoconut meat from one young Thai coconut1 scoop vanilla pea based protein powder (like @Nuzest_usa Smooth Vanilla Clean Lean Protein)1/4 cup coconut milk (more as needed to achieve desired consistency)1 tablespoon alcohol free vanilla (optional)Method: Add all ingredients in the order listed to a high powered blender (such as @vitamix). Blend until smooth. Spread over crust before serving. Once totally assembled, top with goodies (nuts, nibs) as desired. Stores well in either refrigerator or freezer. Allow frozen cheesecake to thaw before serving. Enjoy, my friends! …for more recipes like this and articles on life, swing by www.stewardchicks.com