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Vegan Lemon Tart

Deliciously Zesty Vegan Lemon Tart You'll Love to Make

A delightful Vegan Lemon Tart made with six simple ingredients, perfect for spring gatherings and guilt-free indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup All-purpose plain flour Substitute with gluten-free blend for gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Vegan butter or margarine Coconut oil can be used as a substitution.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar or coconut sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 3-4 tablespoons Cold water Add as necessary to form a pliable dough.
For the Filling
  • 1 can Canned coconut cream Substitute with dairy-free milk blended with silken tofu for coconut-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch/corn flour Acts as a thickening agent.
  • 1/2 cup Lemon juice About 2 large lemons.
  • 2 teaspoons Lemon zest Provides zesty flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric Adds natural yellow hue.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Optional, but balances sweetness.
For Topping (Optional)
  • 1 cup Whipped dairy-free cream For serving.
  • 1 cup Fresh berries For decoration and added flavor.

Equipment

  • 20 cm tart pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Food Processor

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease or line a tart pan with parchment paper. In a bowl or food processor, combine flour, vegan butter, and sugar until crumbly. Gradually add cold water until a dough forms. Roll out or press into the prepared tart pan.
Bake the Crust
  1. Place the crust in the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes until golden and firm. Allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
Make the Filling
  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together coconut cream, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, cornstarch, and turmeric. Heat over medium-high for 5-10 minutes, whisking constantly until thickened.
Pour the Filling
  1. Once thickened, pour the filling into the cooled tart crust and smooth the surface evenly.
Chill to Set
  1. Cover the tart with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to set. For best results, chill overnight.
Decorate and Serve
  1. Before serving, let the tart sit at room temperature for 10 minutes. Optionally, top with whipped cream and fresh berries. Slice and enjoy chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Whisk constantly for the filling; ensure the crust is cool before adding filling. Adjust sweetness as needed based on lemon tartness.

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