Vegan Chocolate Cherry Tart – Plant-Powered Festive

Chef Maxime here—this Vegan Chocolate Cherry Tart is a showstopper for any holiday table, bringing rich chocolate, sweet-tart cherries, and a buttery crust together in perfect plant-based harmony. Every slice delivers indulgent flavor without dairy or refined sugar, making it ideal for festive gatherings, gifting, or simply treating yourself to something special.​

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Vegan Chocolate Cherry Tart – Plant-Powered Festive

Rich, plant-based chocolate tart layered with sweet cherry filling and a buttery almond crust—perfect for festive entertaining or holiday gifting!

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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingrédients

  

• For the Crust:
• – 2 cups almond flour
• – 1/3 cup cacao powder
• – 3 Tbsp coconut oil solid
• – 3 Tbsp maple syrup
• – 1/4 tsp sea salt
• For the Cherry Layer:
• – 2 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cherries pitted
• – 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
• – 1/4 cup maple syrup
• – 1/2 tsp agar agar powder
• – 1 tsp vanilla extract
• For the Chocolate Ganache:
• – 1 cup coconut cream thick part only
• – 3.5 oz vegan dark chocolate chopped
• – 2 Tbsp maple syrup
• – 1 tsp vanilla extract
• – Pinch sea salt
• Garnish:
• – Fresh cherries
• – Freeze-dried raspberries optional

Equipment

• 9-inch tart pan, food processor, mixing bowls, saucepan, spatula.

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch tart pan.
2. Blend crust ingredients in a food processor until combined. Press into tart pan. Prick base with fork; bake 12 min. Cool.
3. For cherry layer: Simmer cherries, raspberries, maple syrup 30 min until thickened. Add agar, cook 2 min. Stir in vanilla. Pour over cooled crust; chill 1 hour.
4. For ganache: Heat coconut cream until simmering. Pour over chocolate; stir until smooth. Add maple syrup, vanilla, salt. Cool 10 min.
5. Pour ganache over cherry layer. Refrigerate 4+ hours until set. Garnish with fresh cherries and freeze-dried fruit.

Notes

Use frozen cherries for convenience. Swap berries to taste. Store chilled up to 5 days.
Calories: 308
Protein: 7g

Nutrition Facts

Tips and Variations for Vegan Chocolate Cherry Tart

• Use fresh or frozen cherries; thaw and drain frozen cherries before use.addictedtodates+1​
• Swap cherries for raspberries, blackberries, or mixed berries for variety.
• For a no-bake version, use a date-nut crust and refrigerate instead of baking.veganonboard+1​
• Top with coconut whipped cream, fresh cherries, or freeze-dried fruit for extra flair.

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