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Chocolate Orange Tarts

Decadent Chocolate Orange Tarts You’ll Love to Make

Delight in these Chocolate Orange Tarts, a vegan and grain-free dessert blending rich flavors for a guilt-free indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 tarts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tart Shell
  • 1 cup sunflower seeds provide nut-free structure
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds adds sweetness and crunch
  • 1/2 cup dates acts as natural sweetener
  • 1/4 cup cacao ensure it's dairy-free
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon adds warmth and spice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest for citrus freshness
For the Ganache
  • 1 cup vegan creme fraiche for creamy texture
  • 1/4 cup cacao rich chocolate flavor
  • 1/4 cup rapadura sugar provides natural sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest to enhance flavor

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • tart tins

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, blend together sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, dates, cacao, cinnamon, and orange zest until a dough forms, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Press the mixture into six 10 cm tart tins evenly, ensuring it's about 1/4 inch thick for a sturdy shell.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together vegan creme fraiche, cacao, and rapadura sugar until silky and smooth, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Fold in the orange zest to the ganache mixture until well combined.
  5. Pour the ganache into each tart shell, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
  6. Place the filled tarts in the refrigerator to chill for at least 3 hours.
  7. Optionally, dust with edible gold for decoration or leave plain.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ensure dates are soft; soak if needed. Adjust ganache texture with more sugar or creme fraiche. Chill time is essential for proper setting.

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