These Gluten-Free Vegan Chocolate Fudge Tarts can be made in about 10 minutes using only 7 clean ingredients.
This is the first recipe that I've made (with many more to come!) using a new organic natural sweetener called "D'Vash Organic Date Nectar".
I really, really love to use dates in my dessert recipes and smoothies because not only are they a natural sweetener, but they also contain fiber and potassium.
In the past, my go-to organic liquid sweetener has been maple syrup, but I'm so excited to start using date nectar and even revising some of my older recipes with it.
So far, it's been a perfect substitution for maple syrup in some of my existing recipes I've tried it in and even this new one that I just made.
It's much thicker than maple syrup and has a deeper flavor that isn't as sweet as maple syrup, which I really love.
My healthier recipe is organic, raw, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free, lectin-free, grain-free, no-bake, paleo-friendly and contains no refined sugar.
"Feel good about what you eat..."
- Karielyn Tillman
5 Fast Facts About Walnuts:*
- high quality vegan protein
- high in anti-oxidants
- rich in omega-3 fatty acids
- high in vitamin C
- improves blood lipids and other cardiovascular risk factors
5 Fast Facts About Coconut Oil:*
- super high in lauric acid
- rich in antioxidants
- contains natural microbial and anti-bacterial agents
- helps to improve metabolism
- improves cholesterol levels
5 Fast Facts About Medjool Dates:*
- natural energy booster
- high in iron content
- rich in potassium
- good source of dietary fiber
- excellent source of vegan protein
5 Fast Facts About Date Nectar:*
- 25% less sugar than honey
- vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, lectin-free, paleo
- organic + non-GMO
- great source of antioxidants
- made with organic California dates
5 Fast Facts About Raw Cacao Powder:*
- super high in anti-oxidants
- promotes cardiovascular health
- contains essential fats
- can help to decrease blood pressure
- contains over 300 compounds including protein, calcium, copper, zinc and iron
5 Fast Facts About Almonds (Almond Butter):*
- helps to regulate cholesterol and blood pressure
- energy booster
- loaded with calcium and fiber
- ¼ cup contains 8 grams of vegan protein
- high in anti-oxidants
5 Fast Facts About Himalayan Pink Salt:*
- contains 84 minerals
- unrefined, unprocessed, raw
- promotes stable pH balance in cells
- controls water levels in the body
- aids digestion and facilitates better nutrient absorption
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Gluten-Free Vegan Chocolate Fudge Tarts
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 cup organic walnuts
- 1 cup organic medjool dates pitted
- 1 tablespoon organic coconut oil
- 1 pinch Himalayan pink salt
For the filling:
- ½ cup organic almond butter
- ½ cup organic coconut oil
- ½ cup organic date syrup or organic maple syrup
- ¼ cup organic raw cacao powder
- 1 pinch Himalayan pink salt
Instructions
For the crust:
- Add all ingredients for the crust to a food processor and process until it becomes a wet, crumbly texture.
- Divide the mixture evenly between (3) 4-inch tart molds; press the crust mixture firmly along the sides and bottoms of the mold. Set aside.
For the filling:
- Add all the ingredients for the filling to a medium mixing bowl and whisk together until it is creamy and smooth.
- Divide the mixture evenly into the crusts.
- Place the mold pan in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours, or just long enough for the filling and crust to firm.
- Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve because the crust will get soft and lose it's shape if left out at room temperature.
- Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
The recipe and photographs for "Gluten-Free Vegan Chocolate Fudge Tarts" by Karielyn Tillman of The Healthy Family and Home website are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial No Derivatives 4.0 International License and cannot be used without my written permission.Nutrition Information
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Chris Arts says
Hi, this is a great recipe. Thanks for sharing. Can you store these in the freezer?
Thank you
Karielyn says
Hi there Chris! Yes..you can most definitely store these in the freezer! Just make sure you put them in an air-tight container.
Thanks for the question and I'm so glad to hear you enjoyed the recipe 🙂
Darlene says
I am making this recipe right now for an early Christmas dinner with family tomorrow. Have a vegan on board that deserves a tasty dessert too. I trust the coconut oil should be in a solid state, doesn't say otherwise. Will come back and update for a review. Thanks for sharing this delicious looking recipe.
Karielyn says
Hi there Darlene! That is so sweet of you to make a special treat for your vegan guest...very nice! 🙂
Yes, the coconut oil should be in a solid state and it will soften up when you mix everything together, just make sure it's completely smooth and not lumpy.
Thank you for choosing one of my vegan recipes to make and I hope your guest enjoyed it 🙂