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Raw Gingerbread Cranberry

Raw Gingerbread Cranberry Tarts for a Festive Vegan Treat

Enjoy delightful Raw Gingerbread Cranberry Tarts, a vegan, grain-free dessert perfect for the holidays.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Setting Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 tarts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Crust Ingredients
  • 1 cup Almonds Can substitute with pecans
  • 1 cup Walnuts Use interchangeably with pecans
  • 1 cup Medjool Dates Can substitute with any soft dried fruit
  • 1 cup Figs Dried apricots are a great substitute
  • 1 cup Muscatel Raisins Replace with any variety of raisins
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Lemon zest can be used
  • 2 teaspoons Gingerbread Spices Consider using pumpkin pie spice
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 cup Macadamia Nuts Swap with cashews for a nuttier twist
  • 2 cups Fresh Cranberries Dried cranberries can be a substitute
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Butter For non-raw, use cream or full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup Orange Juice Lemon juice can be used as an alternative

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Tart Tins

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a food processor, combine almonds, walnuts, medjool dates, figs, muscatel raisins, orange zest, and gingerbread spices. Pulse until the mixture forms a sticky, well-blended dough, which should hold together when pressed. This should take about 1–2 minutes. Once ready, evenly press the mixture into the base of tart tins, making sure to form a sturdy crust.
  2. In the same food processor, blend macadamia nuts, fresh cranberries, coconut butter, and orange juice until you achieve a smooth, creamy filling. This may take around 2–3 minutes. Scrape down the sides as necessary to ensure every ingredient is incorporated. Once smooth, spoon the filling generously into the prepared crusts.
  3. Carefully place the filled tart tins in the freezer and allow them to set for at least 6 hours or until completely solid.
  4. Once the tarts are frozen, gently remove them from the tins. Optionally decorate the tops with any remaining filling or a light dusting of powdered coconut. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 5mg

Notes

These tarts are rich, so slicing them into smaller portions can make them more satisfying. Let freeze for at least 6 hours for the proper texture before serving.

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