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Pie is for Lovers

Caramel Plantain Cream Pie

Maca and lucuma powders—potent ingredients believed to increase blood flow and enhance libido—add a little extra something sweet to this devilishly decadent dish, a perfect end to a romantic dinner.

SERVES 8

For the crust:

2 cups1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut8 Medjool dates, pitted and chopped2 tablespoons maple syrup

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