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If dates are not sticky or moist, soak in warm water 10 minutes and drain before using.
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Grease 12 medium-sized muffin pan cups.
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In food processor fitted with S blade, process granola, coconut flakes, salt and dates until mixture comes together, but is still chunky. Divide mixture into 12 balls and place 1 in each muffin cup, press down with fingers to cover bottom of pan and slightly up sides.
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In small sauce pan, place sliced almonds, cover with water and bring to boil. Turn heat off, cover and let sit 20 minutes. Drain water from almonds. (Note: Almonds will be softened and the skins will release. Rinse well in cool water to remove skins.)
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In food processor fitted with S blade, process softened almonds, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, lemon zest and lemon juice until smooth, turning off food processor and scraping down in-between until filling is smooth and creamy.
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Divide filling mixture evenly into prepared cups, tapping down lightly with back of spoon. Cover and refrigerate 4-6 hours or overnight until firm.
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Remove cheesecake bites from muffin tins by loosening with knife blade.
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To serve, top each with teaspoon of peach jam, slices of fresh peach and sprinkle of coconut flakes.