Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups of vegan digestive biscuits, crushed
- 6 tablesp`oons of vegan margarine
- 1 cup of dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup of coconut cream
- 1/4 cup of maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
vegan chocolate tart:
A vegan chocolate tart is a dessert that typically consists of a chocolate filling set in a biscuit or pastry crust, with all ingredients being free from animal products. It is suitable for those following a vegan diet, which avoids the use of animal-derived ingredients such as eggs, dairy, and honey.
The chocolate filling is typically made using vegan chocolate, coconut cream, and sweetener, which can be combined to create a rich and creamy filling. The crust is usually made from crushed vegan digestive biscuits or other vegan-friendly biscuits mixed with melted vegan margarine. The tart is then chilled in the fridge until firm and served chilled.
1 1/2 cups of vegan digestive biscuits, crushed
Vegan digestive biscuits are a type of biscuit commonly used as a base for sweet desserts like tarts. To make 1 1/2 cups of crushed vegan digestive biscuits, you’ll need approximately 6 to 8 biscuits, depending on their size. Here’s how you can crush them:
- Place the biscuits in a large resealable plastic bag.
- Using a rolling pin or a heavy object, crush the biscuits into fine crumbs.
- Empty the bag into a bowl and measure out 1 1/2 cups of crumbs.
6 tablespoons of vegan margarine
Vegan margarine is a plant-based alternative to traditional butter, made from a combination of oils, plant-based milks, and other ingredients. It is used in many vegan-friendly recipes, including the vegan chocolate tart, as a substitute for butter.
6 tablespoons of vegan margarine is equivalent to approximately 85 grams or 3 ounces. When using vegan margarine in baking, it is best to make sure it is at room temperature so it can be easily mixed with the other ingredients. If the margarine is too hard, you can soften it by leaving it at room temperature for a few hours, or briefly microwaving it in short bursts.
1 cup of dark chocolate chips
Dark chocolate chips are small, bite-sized pieces of chocolate that are commonly used in baking. For a vegan chocolate tart, you’ll need 1 cup of dark chocolate chips, which is approximately 170 grams or 6 ounces.
When selecting dark chocolate chips for a vegan chocolate tart, it’s important to look for chips that are made with cocoa solids, sugar, and cocoa butter, and do not contain any dairy products or other animal-derived ingredients. Many mainstream chocolate brands now offer vegan options, or you can find specialty vegan chocolate brands at health food stores or online.
1/2 cup of coconut cream
Coconut cream is a rich, thick, and creamy product made from the flesh of mature coconuts. It is commonly used in vegan cooking and baking as a dairy-free alternative to cream.
For the vegan chocolate tart recipe, you’ll need 1/2 cup of coconut cream, which is approximately 120 milliliters or 4 fluid ounces. When using coconut cream, it’s important to use the full-fat variety, as it will provide the best texture and flavor for the chocolate filling.
1/4 cup of maple syrup
Maple syrup is a sweetener commonly used in vegan cooking and baking. It is made from the sap of maple trees and has a distinctive, rich flavor that pairs well with chocolate.
For the vegan chocolate tart recipe, you’ll need 1/4 cup of maple syrup, which is approximately 60 milliliters or 2 fluid ounces. Maple syrup can be used as a substitute for sugar in many recipes, and provides a natural sweetness and depth of flavor to the chocolate filling.
When using maple syrup in the recipe, it should be mixed with the melted chocolate and coconut cream to sweeten the filling. You can adjust the amount of maple syrup to taste, depending on how sweet you prefer your tart to be.
Note: If you don’t have maple syrup, you can substitute with another sweetener of your choice, such as agave nectar, brown rice syrup, or coconut sugar.
1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Vanilla extract is a flavoring commonly used in baking to add a sweet, warm, and fragrant note to desserts. For the vegan chocolate tart recipe, you’ll need 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract, which is approximately 2 milliliters.
Vanilla extract is typically made by soaking vanilla beans in a solution of alcohol and water. When using vanilla extract in the recipe, it should be mixed with the melted chocolate and coconut cream to add depth of flavor to the chocolate filling.
Note: When selecting vanilla extract, make sure to choose a pure vanilla extract, without any added ingredients, to ensure the best flavor for your vegan chocolate tart. Artificial vanilla flavor can also be used, but the flavor may be slightly different than with pure vanilla extract.
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the crushed biscuits and melted margarine in a bowl until well combined.
- Press the mixture into a 9-inch tart tin with a removable bottom. Bake for 10 minutes.
- In a saucepan, heat the coconut cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
- Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips, stirring until fully melted.
- Stir in the maple syrup and vanilla extract.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared crust and smooth out the top.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours until set.
- Serve chilled, garnished with fresh fruit or a sprinkle of cocoa powder. Enjoy!
