Raw Vegan Tim Tams with Pili Nuts & Monk Fruit

If you grew up in Australia, chances are you’ve had your fair share of Tim Tams, those irresistible chocolatey biscuits with a creamy centre. They’re pretty iconic.

But what if you could enjoy a version that’s not only “unhealthy”, but also packed with nutrient-dense ingredients, completely raw, and vegan? That’s exactly what this recipe delivers.

These Raw Vegan Tim Tams feature Pili nuts (a buttery, nutrient-rich nut often called the “Queen of Nuts”) and used Monk fruit to keep the sugar content low, making them decadent yet wholesome. With a crunchy base, gooey chocolatey filling, and rich cacao shell, they’re as close as you can get to the real deal, but with none of the processed sugar, dairy, or refined flours.

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Why Pili Nuts & Monk Fruit?

• Pili Nuts: These are one of the lowest-carb nuts, packed with magnesium and healthy fats. Their naturally creamy, buttery texture makes them perfect for raw desserts.
• Monk Fruit: A natural sweetener with zero calories and no blood sugar spike. It adds gentle sweetness without overpowering the cacao.

Together, they elevate this classic into a truly nourishing treat.

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Raw Vegan Tim Tams Recipe

Biscuit Layer

• ¾ cup oat flour (from sprouted oats or oatmeal)
• ½ cup activated walnuts
• ½ cup Pili nuts
• ¼ tsp monk fruit 80% mogrosides
• ⅓ cup raw cacao powder
• ½ cup filtered water (adjust as needed)

Method

1. Place oat flour, walnuts, pili nuts, monk fruit, and cacao powder in a food processor. Blend into a fine meal.
2. Slowly add water until the mixture comes together as a dough.
3. Spread the dough evenly on a lined dehydrator tray. Score into rectangles (Tim Tam sized).
4. Dehydrate at 46°C for 12–14 hours, or until firm and crisp.

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Creamy Chocolate Filling

• ½ cup warm water
• 3 Medjool dates, pitted
• 2 tbs nut butter (I used almond butter)
• 100 g raw cacao paste, gently melted

Method

1. Blend water and dates until smooth.
2. Add nut butter and melted cacao paste, blending again until creamy.
3. Spread the filling over one biscuit rectangle, then sandwich with another.

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Optional Coating

For a true Tim Tam experience, dip each sandwich biscuit in additional melted cacao paste (or a mix of cacao paste + coconut oil for easier coating). Allow to set in the fridge before serving.

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The Result

These Raw Vegan Tim Tams are rich, fudgy, and satisfyingly crunchy with a creamy chocolate centre. They’re indulgent yet nourishing, perfect with a cup of tea or coffee, or even as a decadent afternoon pick-me-up.

This recipe proves that classics can be reimagined in a way that’s better for your body and still deliciously fun!