Paleo Lemon Tarts (Vegan + Gluten-free)

Makes 2 small tarts (to fit 2 x 12.5cm tins) or 1 large tart (to fit 23cm tin)

📝 Ingredients

• 120 ml / 1/2 cup water
• 60 ml / 1/4 cup elderflower cordial
• 2 tbsp agar flakes
• 120 ml / 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1 tbsp arrowroot powder
• 2 - 4 tbsp maple syrup
• 80 ml / 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Mixture of fresh berries
• 150 g / 1 1/2 cups ground almonds
• 35 g / 1/2 cup coconut flour
• Small pinch of salt
• 3 tbsp maple syrup
• 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted or olive oil

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Preheat the oven to 170°C / 350°F and...: Preheat the oven to 170°C / 350°F and lightly grease a loose-base 23cm tart tin or two 12.5cm tins.
2. 2In a food processor, mix together the ground...: In a food processor, mix together the ground almonds, coconut flour, salt and maple syrup. Add in the oil 1 tbsp at a time until the mixture resembles dense breadcrumbs that shapes like a dough when pressed.
3. 3Using your fingers or the back of a...: Using your fingers or the back of a spoon, press the dough into the tart tin, making sure the sides and bottom are coated evenly.
4. 4Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes until...: Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes until golden.
5. 5In a small saucepan, combine the water and...: In a small saucepan, combine the water and elderflower cordial. Taste and add more cordial if needed. Sprinkle the agar flakes on top and allow them to soften for a few minutes.
6. 6Meanwhile, mix 60ml / 1/4 cup of the...: Meanwhile, mix 60ml / 1/4 cup of the coconut milk with the arrowroot powder in a small bowl and set aside for later.
7. 7Bring the elderflower and agar mixture to a...: Bring the elderflower and agar mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Stir for a 5-10 minutes until all the agar flakes have been dissolved. Stir in the maple syrup.
8. 8Add the arrowroot and coconut mixture to the...: Add the arrowroot and coconut mixture to the saucepan and bring to a boil. Whisk briefly for a few seconds and then reduce the heat. The mixture should thicken considerably.
9. 9Remove from the heat and stir in the...: Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice and vanilla extract.
10. 10Make sure the tart shell is completely cool....: Make sure the tart shell is completely cool. Pour the elderflower filling into the tarts and leave to set in the fridge for 1 hour. Arrange the berries on top, pressing them in slightly. Leave to set for a further hour.