This chocolate, avocado and maple tart from Maple from Canada is completely flourless, but you wouldn’t know it as it’s a beautifully decadent treat where a little goes a long way…
Chocolate, Avocado and Maple Vegan Tart
Flourless and totally delicious tart naturally flavoured with Canadian maple syrup
Ingredients
- 175 g hazelnuts
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup plus an extra 2 tbsp
- a pinch salt
- 135 g dried dates pitted and halved
- 4 avocados peeled and stone removed
- 45 g dried goji berries
- a handful raspberries
- edible flowers to garnish
Instructions
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To make the hazelnut base, blend the hazelnuts into a fine texture, then add the coconut oil, 3 tbsp of maple syrup and salt. Bring together to form a spreadable consistency.
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Spread this mixture into the base of a round springform tin and leave to chill in the refrigerator overnight.
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In a food processor, blend the dates and 2 tbsp of maple syrup into a smooth paste and add the avocado flesh. Pulse until smooth.
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Pour the blender contents into a bowl and stir in the cocoa powder and goji berries. Combine together well.
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Remove the set hazelnut base from the refrigerator and spoon and spread over the date and avocado mix. Smooth and level out using a palette knife and leave to refrigerate overnight to fully set.
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Dress with the raspberries and edible flowers. Slice using a warmed knife when ready to serve.
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TIP: Prepare the tart in advance to take the stress out of entertaining and store covered in the fridge.