This dessert is perfect for the warmer weather. It’s refreshing, fruity and lighter  than most nut based treats. Plus it’s:

▪    Gluten Free

▪    Dairy Free

▪    Cacao Free

I came up with this recipe whilst trying to create something different to the usual chocolate based healthy dessert for a dinner party.

To be honest anything lemony is good with me!

This recipe makes x 4 tarts.

Ingredients:

Base

▪    1 1/2 cups of macadamia nuts

▪    1/2 cup of medjool dates

▪    pinch of sea salt

Blend ingredients until a dough is formed, press into the coconut oil greased tart tins.

Filling

▪    2 cups of cashews 

▪    1/2 cup of lemon juice

▪    1 tbsp of honey

▪    1/2 cup of melted coconut oil

▪    pinch of vanilla

Blend all ingredients together until a smooth cream. Pour into the tart tins on the base. Place in the freezer for 30 mins to firm.

Topping

▪    2 cups of strawberries, chopped

▪    3/4 cup of medjool dates.

Blend into a strawberry jam, pour in the cream filling and place in the freezer to set for about an hour.

These are delicious when totally defrosted or still slightly frozen. I like how when they are frozen you can eat them by hand! They’re like an ice-cream biscuit and oh so yummy!

What are some of your favorite summer vegan treats? Let us know in the comment section below!

Tuesday’s Tasty Treats is a weekly column bringing you the  best, most delicious and easy raw food recipes to help maintain and support a healthy lifestyle. Brought to you by Chakra Center’s own raw food goddess, Sarah Hook.