I’m overwhelmed. I cannot begin to tell you how much your responses to my last post mean to me. How your kindness feels like cradling a hot cup of lemongrass and ginger tea in my hands on a cold rainy weekend morning, snuggled up in bed listening to droplets patter against my window. Comfort and quiet happiness.
Truth be told, I almost didn’t let the post go live. The only reason I didn’t delete it was that I spent Wednesday evening at choir and Thursday at the magnificent Women of Letters event dreamed up by Marieke Hardy and Michaela McGuire, and so had no time to craft an alternative post.
When I got home on Thursday, I looked anxiously at my closed laptop. I was expecting silence in the comments, or chastisement for straying too far from the chocolate-and-desserts path.
What I didn’t expect was an outpouring of not only understanding and support for unhappy stumbling days, but out-of-the-blue calls for me to put my hand to a novel.
I love you all. I do. (And you silent readers, too.) To write beyond this blog is one of the dearest desires of my heart, and without your encouragement I wouldn’t even have thought it possible.
I’m going to try. I doubt I can achieve your hopes of something Austen-esque, but I’m going to try to create something.
And, in the meantime (and in turn), I shall encourage you to create this Raw Vegan Key Lime Pie, which is utterly delicious. This dessert amazes me with the way its disparate ingredients form a zingy, creamy, sweet, perfectperfect treat. Avocados, lime, agave, and coconut oil create the mousse-like top, which dances alongside the nut-date-coconut base.
For those of you who’ve tried and fallen in love with my raw brownies with chocolate icing of pure amazingness, the original or carob maple version, you’ll know to trust me when I say that avocados, nuts and dates create something magical here.
I’ve decided not to post recipes that I haven’t created or adapted significantly, so you’ll find the recipe for this on my wonderful friend Rob’s site, Girl On Raw. I used 1/2 cup almonds and no pumpkin seeds or coconut oil in the base, but the rest of the recipe I followed to the letter.
I adore this dessert. It makes me almost as happy you do.
P.S. If there are some amongst you who don’t particularly see a raw vegan dessert as something that conveys thanks, let me know. I may just have another short video of me acting like a complete fool that I could put up to show my gratitude for the way you help strengthen my soul.
You have no idea how happy this post makes me. That your week had a bit of brightness, if only out of darkness (so to speak); that you are going to write, more, and even a novel (such brilliant news, because your writing captivates me always); and this pie. Such a pie! Definitely one for safe, snug blanket tents, or the equivalent thereof
Oh Kari! And you, in turn, have made me fluff up with squishy joy in turn. It’s a happypalooza! I need to say that I’m going to try more writing to try and keep myself accountable… and I need to find somewhere to start!
xo (Hmm… perhaps I need to build myself a Writing Fort out of blankets in my bedroom!)
I’d love to read a novel of yours if it contain your prose and mouth-watering recipes like these.
I have bookmarked your brownies ones a while back and now this…..mmmmmmm avocado in it’s finest
Thank you Sig! That means so much. I shall put you down for TWO HUNDRED COPIES if I ever write it
(I wonder if I could find a way to squeeze recipes in…)
Definitely avocado at its finest here! I only really like avocado in raw vegan desserts
even though I’m not a vegetarian person I can say that I could eat it, it has a lovely color and the textures are really interesting
You should definitely give it a try! I’m not technically vegan myself, but can vouch for this is far more delicious than most omni cakes out there
(in my opinion, that is…)
love the color of the pie. it looks gorgeous! stuff happens. like this pretty pie to cheer up the day.:)
Thank you! And yes, this pie is capable of cheering up ‘most any day
This looks beautiful… so much up my alley it’s absurd (and a little bit invasive). Kind of like you
[ps. i'm sorry i haven't commented much/at all lately... i do read everything, and i hope you know i'm always thinking of you!]
I had been feeling bereft at your lack of commenting, particularly when I see you commenting on other people and IGNORING ME. *pout*
But then I think about the 20+ emails we send to each other at work (during lunchtime, of course), and I know that our love is true and deeper than blog comments.
Despite the fact that I intend to make this for my family as soon as they finish their Valentine’s day cupcakes, and despite the fact that I just pinned it to Pinterest, I demand the video. And a novel. thank you.
Squeee! I really need to give that Pinterest thing a go, I s’pose. Thank you for pinning this! Teehee, I’ll put the video up soon. It’s only 5 seconds, so it can’t do *too* much more harm to my dignity…
after my recent choc banana avocado ice cream I am feeling less sure about these sort of avocado desserts but the glorious colour is enough to convince me it is worth trying
so thank you for a wonderful green dessert and wonderful green photos – no wonder you always receive kind feedback when you are so generous yourself!
Oh Johanna, thank you! That is such a lovely thing to say. *hugs* Hmm… I really didn’t think this had an avocado-y flavour, and I’m not a big fan of avocados on their own, but it probably depends on the ratios of lime and agave to the size of your avocados… I’m a bit tentative about urging you to try it now!
Aww what did you expect girl? You know we’ve got your back right?!
But glad to hear that you are feeling better 
Spay Lady!! Thank you!
So, are your publishers looking for another writer? 
I am so glad you did post! We are all happy to help pick you up if you need it.
This pie looks fabulous – I love the vibrant green color!
Thank you Laura, I’m so grateful to you for that
xo
Well you certainly come back swingin’ this looks incredible!
I’m definitely not going to admit how long ago I actually made this…
So pretty! How can anyone not be cheered by that limey brightness? This is just the kind of recipe to help leave behind whatever winter woes are stalking you and start anew.
Thank you Alayna! Although winter is stalking me from the other direction, slowly creeping nearer… Ugh! Begone, vile winter! Particularly because our summer has been a shambles of cold and rain and storms!
But I digress.
I’m so glad you’re feeling better
And you don’ t need to worry! We’re not going anywhere ~ Thanks for introducing me to vegan desserts because before reading your blog I never knew what to make my vegan friends for dessert ~
Daisy, that makes me so happy! Feel free to email/tweet me if you ever want more vegan dessert ideas
Yummmmmmmmmmm. And i miss you.
Emma!! I miss you too! I’ve been thinking of you so often lately! xoxox
(Meet me in America?)
Yeah, I echo what Lorraine said! If you think all of us aren’t going to have your back, then shame on…. someone:) I dunno who. We love you, girl!
And wouldn’t you know it, I actually came to your site to look up that raw brownie recipe, cause I’m going to go make it right now?! Crazy town. How excited am I to try it out?? EGGGGGGCITED!! Well, egg-less-cited:P
*hides behind couch* Oh, I can’t cope with this level of support! You’re all too wonderful, too wonderful xoxo
AAAAH!!! I’m so excited toooooooo! Are you using agave, fancypants honey, or maple in the icing? Oh, I do so hope you like it!
Egglesscited is the best kind of excited. Except when we’re talking about the new meringue recipe I came up with which currently owns my soul
Love this. I hope you have the confidence you need to now do what you dream, lovely. I would have no idea where to start, I guess it would just come when inspiration strikes!?? Which I imagine for you would be very often
You linked to my comment, how sweet. It’s all true, lovely. You’re great, just really, truly great.
Heidi xo
That’s my problem, I get stuck as soon as I try to think of how to start something larger-scale
Mum has suggested starting with short stories, to at least get into the habit again of writing beyond the blog, and try submitting to journals and competitions and things. Anyway, I’m partly mentioning it all here to try and keep myself accountable so that I don’t just push the idea/dream away and hide my hopes again! Thank you so much for helping me try not to do that, darling. You’re truly the greatness of great as well. Also…. LESS THAN ONE WEEK OMG! 
what a gorgeously vibrant colour!!! And delicious too, I bet
Aw, I nearly bought avocados at the market today, but decided they were too expensive. Now I rue that decision. Rue!
Cannot stop giggling. I’ve often cried out “Woe is me!”, but I’m now going to replace that with “Rue! Rue!” Oh, that’s made my day.
There will always be avocados. Your key lime pie time will come; I have faith.
SO PRETTY, green desserts are far too rare!
Like leprechauns!!
Oh, but of course you have our support! And thank you for sharing this lovely pie. Do adore a naturally green and tangy dessert!
Thank you!
And oh yes, nothing this vibrantly green could fail to bring a smile to my face, so I’m glad you feel the same way!
This looks sooo good! I love key lime pie and love what you did with this…and the color…so pretty!
Thanks Averie! I’ve never had real key lime pie; we don’t really *do* sweet pies here in Australia, sadly!
Avocado dessert!! I loveee avocados, but I’ve never had it in a dessert yet…seen so many recipes floating around though!
Must give this a try when I get back. 
Glad you’re feeling a bit better, and looking forward to that book contract!
Thank you Jenny
And oh, you must try avocado in desserts! I’d recommend starting with the raw brownies first.
I love you!! SQUEEE and I’m so proud of your AWESOMENESS!!!!!!!!!!
xx
Your Angle babe
Oh Angle Babe!! Thank you *hugs hugs* I promise never to throw chocolate at your head again! xo
That looks so creamy, rich, and refreshing all at once… Pretty perfect for this strangely warm winter we’re having, I’d say. I’ve just been craving avocados for whatever reason lately, so this is just the excuse I needed to buy another half dozen.
And sadly inappropriate for the rainy cold thunderstorming summer weather we’re having down here… *shakes fist at sky*
Teehee, dessert is definitely a good reason to stock up on avocados!
I think you could write anything! yours is one of the few blogs on which the writing itself is always funny, interesting and entertaining… and when it’s about desserts as droolmakingly perfect-looking as this one, it’s even better!
Eleanor, that means the world to me. Thank you so much. SQUEEZY HUG.
Gorgeous pie! I want to eat this! Will it ever happen? And as for your novel, I’m not the world’s greatest expert by any means but I’m ready to give you any tips I can think of, any time you’re ready to attack that page xxcat
Cat, I very really and truly and absolutely might be taking you up on that offer soon. Someone who’s been published many times over is, indeed, an expert
xo
This pie would brighten up any day. I love it Hannah, its stunning!
Oh goddess! I am so happy to see this and promise to try it out. Gorgeous Hannah.
Do report back if you do! I wish I’d come up with this recipe myself
That pie looks like a pandan dessert in Singapore. Mmmm… :p
I LOVE PANDAN. Even though I’ve only ever had it in the form of kaya
Isn’t blog land a fantastic place! And do write Hannah, the only way to know is to try and we will all be here supporting you.
Thank you, Lisa. I may have to call on that support when I get started/try
xo
Yes! Create! Creeeaaaaaatttte! (And one day novelists shall write blog posts about wanting to be Hannah-esque.)
Also, thanks for being bold enough to post the previous post – I really struggle to put struggles into words, but the way you did had me nodding in a “I hear that” kinda way.
LAURA YOU’RE GOING TO MAKE ME CRY. Thank you lovely xoxo
i LOVE lemongrass tea. i drink it every day. it’s become my favorite.
and this raw keylime looks fabulous!!!! i admire your new ventures into the raw gluten free desserts!
Teehee, my works days = 11am coffee, 3pm lemongrass tea
Also, new ventures? Darling, I made this a year ago 
looks nomz! I must attempt this one day… sooner than later
Ahaaaaaaaaa… was that PS for me?
Bahahaha! It totally, totally was. More the not-into-raw-vegan-desserts than the video part though, because you’ve had the great privilege of seeing me be a complete fool in person.
The heat of summer is upon us, and I want to make this pie – it calls to me!
Is there any particular reason you used almonds instead of pumpkin seeds and also omitted the coconut oil? I’m new to raw, and am curious to know if its a recipe change for crust texture, or for taste, or both, or ??? Thanks.
Hi Pam! Thank you for your comment and question; I hope you do make this, because it’s truly lovely in the summer heat! My changes to the crust were purely down to what I had on hand that day, i.e. no pumpkin seeds or coconut oil! With raw dessert recipes, particularly when it comes to crusts, you can interchange nuts/seeds very easily according to your tastes and what you have available. (If the nuts are being used in the filling, then you may want to be careful. i.e. it may not work perfectly to replace, say, 2 cups of cashews in a raw cheesecake with 2 cups of pumpkin seeds. But I digress!)
The coconut oil can be up to you – if you want it, add it, but if you don’t, then you have my version to give you confidence that it works just as well without
Let me know if I can help you out with anything else!