Looking for a delightful dessert that’s both vegan and indulgent? Our Vegan Chocolate Hazelnut Tarts are the perfect answer! These little tarts are bursting with rich chocolate flavor and creamy hazelnut goodness, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Plus, they’re entirely vegan, so you can enjoy them guilt-free!
I love making these chocolate hazelnut tarts for special occasions or when I want to impress my guests with a luxurious dessert. However, they’re so easy to make that I often whip up a batch just for myself when I need a little pick-me-up. Whether enjoyed with a cup of coffee in the afternoon or as a sweet finish to a dinner party, these tarts never fail to delight. My family and friends always ask for seconds!
Recipe Details:
Cuisine: Vegan
Servings: 6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- For the crust:
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- Pinch of salt
- For the filling:
- 1/2 cup coconut cream
- 1/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons hazelnut butter
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- For garnish (optional):
- Chopped hazelnuts
Equipment/Utensils:
- Mixing bowl
- Tart pans (4-inch)
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Spoon
Preparation Steps:
- Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, cocoa powder, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt. Mix until well combined and the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of tart pans.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until firm. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
- Make the Filling:
- In a small saucepan, heat the coconut cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
- Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips, hazelnut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the chocolate chips are completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Pour the filling into the cooled tart shells.
- Chill and Serve:
- Place the tarts in the refrigerator to set for at least 1 hour.
- Once set, garnish with chopped hazelnuts, if desired, and serve chilled.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving):
- Calcium: 4%
- Iron: 18%
- Magnesium: 12%
- Potassium: 6%
- Zinc: 8%
Vegan Chocolate Hazelnut Tarts
I love making these chocolate hazelnut tarts for special occasions or when I want to impress my guests with a luxurious dessert. However, they're so easy to make that I often whip up a batch just for myself when I need a little pick-me-up. Whether enjoyed with a cup of coffee in the afternoon or as a sweet finish to a dinner party, these tarts never fail to delight. My family and friends always ask for seconds!
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil melted
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- Pinch of salt
For the filling:
- 1/2 cup coconut cream
- 1/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons hazelnut butter
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For garnish (optional):
- Chopped hazelnuts
Instructions
Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, cocoa powder, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt. Mix until well combined and the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of tart pans.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until firm. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
Make the Filling:
- In a small saucepan, heat the coconut cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
- Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips, hazelnut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the chocolate chips are completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Pour the filling into the cooled tart shells.
Chill and Serve:
- Place the tarts in the refrigerator to set for at least 1 hour.
- Once set, garnish with chopped hazelnuts, if desired, and serve chilled.
Notes
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving):
- Calcium: 4%
- Iron: 18%
- Magnesium: 12%
- Potassium: 6%
- Zinc: 8%
