Description
This Vegan Chocolate Fig Tart & GF Almond Flour Crust is a rich and elegant dairy-free dessert featuring a crisp chocolate almond flour crust, creamy vegan chocolate filling, and fresh fig topping. This gluten-free vegan tart combines deep cocoa flavor with naturally sweet fruit for a beautiful seasonal dessert perfect for holidays, gatherings, or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour: creates a tender, nutty gluten-free tart crust
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder: adds rich chocolate flavor to the crust
- 1/4 cup cassava flour: provides structure and improves crust texture
- 2 tablespoons tapioca flour: helps bind the crust ingredients
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar or maple sugar: adds natural sweetness
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt: enhances chocolate flavor
- 1/4 cup vegan butter: creates a buttery, crisp crust texture
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract: adds warmth and depth
- 4 ounces dark chocolate: creates a rich chocolate layer
- 1 1/2 cups raw cashews, soaked: makes the creamy vegan filling
- 1/3 cup maple syrup: sweetens the chocolate filling naturally
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder: provides intense chocolate flavor
- 1/4 cup coconut oil: helps the filling set smoothly
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract: balances the filling flavors
- 1 tablespoon ground chia seeds or flax seeds: helps thicken the filling
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt: enhances the sweetness
- 6-8 fresh figs: add natural sweetness and a fresh fruit topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare a tart pan for baking. Combine almond flour, cocoa powder, cassava flour, tapioca flour, coconut sugar, and sea salt in a bowl.
- Add vegan butter and vanilla extract, then mix until a soft dough forms. Press the dough evenly into the tart pan, creating a smooth crust and defined edges.
- Bake the crust until firm and slightly set. Allow it to cool before adding the filling.
- Melt the dark chocolate and spread it over the cooled crust to create an extra chocolate layer.
- Blend soaked cashews, maple syrup, cocoa powder, coconut oil, vanilla extract, chia or flax seeds, salt, and water until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the chocolate filling into the tart crust and spread evenly. Chill until the filling begins to firm.
- Slice fresh figs and arrange them over the chocolate filling for a decorative topping.
- Refrigerate the tart until fully set. Slice with a warm sharp knife and serve chilled.
Notes
- Soak cashews before blending to achieve the smoothest and creamiest filling texture.
- Use ripe but firm figs for the best flavor and presentation.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to several days.
- The tart can be prepared ahead of time and chilled overnight before serving.
- For variations, replace figs with berries, cherries, or other seasonal fruits.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking and Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg