These mini apple pie bites are amazing. They are a crowd pleaser and a great addition to any birthday or special occasion. But you can enjoy them anytime, even as a snack. Don't let the addition of rosemary fool you—it takes this dessert to new heights.
Apples have great anti-inflammatory properties and provide significant benefits for people suffering from autoimmune diseases such as Addison's disease, cardiomyopathy, celiac disease, lupus, and multiple sclerosis . Apples contain pectin, which is a gel-like fiber that can prevent the breakdown of proteins in the digestive tract. Pectin works like an intestinal broom, cleaning and removing waste from the colon.
Rosemary has had a reputation as a miracle worker for thousands of years. It has been used as an antiseptic, antidepressant, pain reliever, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, disinfectant, aphrodisiac, and expectorant. Rosemary has earned praise for relieving nervous conditions, strengthening the immune system, fighting bacterial and viral infections, aiding respiratory ailments, strengthening digestion, and improving circulation.
Walnuts are particularly beneficial for cognitive health and are commonly considered excellent “brain food.” Walnuts can also calm the nervous system and increase your sense of well-being and calmness. They are known to suppress appetite and aid in long-term weight loss. Walnuts are rich in vitamin E, which helps protect cells from free radical damage.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups apple, chopped into large cubes;
- 1 cup apple, chopped into small cubes;
- 3 cups dates;
- 1/2 cup walnuts;
- The juice of 1 lemon;
- 1/2 cup fresh coconut meat;
- 1 tsp rosemary;
- 1/2 tsp ginger ;
- 1/4 tsp. sea salt ;
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon .
Method of preparation:
For the marshmallows, process 1/2 cup walnuts with 2 cups dates, sea salt, and rosemary. Line a mini muffin tin with foil and press the marshmallow mixture against the sides of each tin to form small pie cups. Cover and place in the freezer.
For the filling, blend 2 cups diced apple, 1 cup dates, juice of 1/2 lemon, ginger, and cinnamon in a food processor until combined. Stir in 1 cup diced apple. Spoon mixture into each pie dish.
For the coconut cream topping, blend the coconut meat and remaining lemon juice until smooth. Top each apple pie with a dollop of coconut cream and sprinkle with chopped rosemary. Enjoy!
A serving of 12 bites of apple pie.
