Vegan Mini Lemon Tarts

These Vegan Mini Lemon Tarts are a very delicious dessert. These mini tarts are perfect to have something light & delicious. We prepare these lemon tarts with all the vegan ingredients that are present in the home or supermarket. These Lemon tarts have a smooth texture that sets properly without the requirement of dairy or eggs. These tarts are perfect for parties, brunch, or satisfying sweet cravings. Prepare them before the requirement, as these tarts store perfectly. Vegan Mini Lemon Tarts are easily customizable & add the coconut milk or oat flour instead, as we like. It is very simple to prepare these barks, so even beginners will easily make them.

STATS:

• Calories: 140 kcal
• Preparation time: Twenty minutes
• Serving size: 1 mini tart
• Cook time: 12 minutes
• Cuisine: Vegan / Dessert
• Total time: 32 minutes plus chilling
• Course: Dessert
• Diet: Vegan
• Serving: 12 mini tarts

EQUIPMENT:

• Mini tart pans
• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Small saucepan
• Zester
• Food processor
• Cooling rack

INGREDIENTS:

CRUST:

• 1 cup almond flour
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• One tsp. vanilla extract
• Salt pinch

LEMON FILLING:

• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• ¼ teaspoon turmeric
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla

INGREDIENT NOTES:

ALMOND FLOUR:

• Almond flour is used to make the crust of these mini tarts. This flour is naturally gluten-free, so these tarts are good for a lot of diets.

COCONUT OIL:

• Bind the crust with coconut oil. It also provides a slightly rich taste. Coconut oil firms up when it gets chilled, so it helps to keep the crust in shape.  Use the melted coconut oil for easy.

COCONUT MILK:

• Use the whole-fat coconut milk to make the smooth & creamy filling. It gets a thick consistency when combined with cornstarch during cooking. It also helps to balance the sharp taste.

LEMON JUICE & ZEST:

• Lemon juice and zest provide a clean and zesty taste in these tarts. Fresh varieties provide the best taste. It doesn’t match the taste of the store-bought varieties.

CORNSTARCH:

• Cornstarch helps to make the thick consistency of the filling. It helps to set the tarts when they get chilled. Make the slurry before adding, so there is no lump formation.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Stir the coconut oil, almond flour, vanilla essence, salt & maple syrup in the dish.
3. Add the crust mixture to the mini tart pans equally and press firmly to make a uniform base.
4. Now bake the crust for ten to twelve minutes until it gets lightly golden.
5. Place the crust in the corners to get set.
6. Include the coconut milk, cornstarch, lemon juice, turmeric, vanilla, sugar, and lemon zest in the saucepan.
7. Mix all of these ingredients with the whisk, and then heat them.
8. Cook the filling on a moderate flame till it gets a smooth consistency and thickens.
9. Place it on the counter & cool for five minutes.
10. Chill the dessert for one hour till it sets properly.
11. Serve chilled.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

• Top these lemon tarts with berries.
• Add a mint leaf over these tarts.
• Sprinkle powdered sugar over these lemon tarts.
• Serve these tarts with vegan whipped cream.
• Pair these tarts with the iced herbal tea.

TIPS:

• Cool the crust properly before adding the filling, or it gets soft.
• Stir the filling with a whisk till it cools; otherwise, lumps form.
• We taste the filling and alter the sweet or lemon taste if needed.
• Chill the tart for a long time to make it firmer.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Add the lemon tart to the covered box and store it for four days.

FREEZER:

• Freeze these lemon tarts in the covered dish for more than 2 months.

FAQs:

Can I make these tarts with another variety of flour?

• Yes, use oat flour instead, but it provides a soft texture.

Will we use another variety of plant-based milk?

• Yes, use any other variety of plant milk you want, but they might be thin. It is better to stick with coconut milk if you can.

Can I decrease the quantity of sweetener?

• You can decrease the quantity of sweetener, but it leads to a more tangy taste of the filling.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Net carbs: 10 g

Iron: 0.6 g

Calories: 140 kcal

Total carbs: 14 g

Serving: 12

Vitamin A: 0.01 g

Fiber: 2 g

Protein: 2 g

Sodium: 25 g

Calcium: 20 g

Potassium: 55 g

Serving size: 1 mini tart