Description
This no-bake key lime tart features a sweet walnut coconut date crust and a creamy, tart key lime filling, perfect for a refreshing dessert stored in the freezer.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cup walnuts
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 teaspoon fine grain sea salt
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/2 cup pitted medjool dates (about 8 dates)
- 2 cups unsalted cashews (soaked for at least 4 hours and drained)
- 3/4 cup fresh key lime juice
- 1/2 cup coconut cream
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
Instructions
- In the bowl of a food processor, pulse the walnuts, coconut, and salt together until the walnuts are finely ground, being careful not to over-process into nut butter.
- With the processor running, add the maple syrup and dates, one at a time, until the mixture holds together when pressed between your fingers.
- Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Place in the freezer while you prepare the filling.
- In a high-speed blender, combine the soaked cashews, key lime juice, coconut cream, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and lime zest. Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Freeze the tart for at least 4 hours or until firm.
- Before serving, let the tart sit at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes to soften slightly for easier slicing.
- Garnish with additional lime zest or slices if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Store the tart in the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving for easier slicing. This dessert is gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined-sugar free, making it suitable for various dietary preferences. It’s a great make-ahead dessert for entertaining or to have on hand for sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 24
- Carbohydrates: 34
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 0