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This image shows a rich and glossy vegan dark chocolate tart in a round dish, with the smooth chocolate filling perfectly set in a golden crust, ready to serve as an indulgent dessert.

Vegan Dark Chocolate Tart Recipe

This vegan dark chocolate tart offers a rich, creamy filling set in a crispy, golden crust, making it a perfect indulgence for chocolate lovers. With coconut milk and dark chocolate as the main ingredients, this dessert is both decadent and dairy-free.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine british
Servings 12 people
Calories 310 kcal

Equipment

  • Tart pan or pie dish
  • Whisk
  • Small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl
  • Wire rack
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 3 tbsp Maple syrup
  • ½ tsp fine sea salt
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups almond flour
  • ¼ cup melted coconut oil
  • topping: flaky sea salt
  • 1 dark chocolate, roughly-chopped
  • ¼ tsp fine sea salt
  • 1½ cup coconut milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Start by preheating the oven to 350°F.
    This image shows an oven being preheated to the appropriate temperature, preparing for baking the crust of the vegan dark chocolate tart.
  • Mix the crust ingredients in a bowl until well combined.
    This image shows a bowl filled with crust ingredients being carefully mixed to form a consistent and crumbly texture for the vegan chocolate tart base.
  • Press the mixture into the base of a 9-inch tart pan (or pie dish).
    This image shows the crust mixture being pressed into a round tart pan, creating a smooth and even base for the vegan chocolate tart.
  • Bake for 12 minutes or until it feels dry and firm.
    This image shows the crust of the vegan tart baking in the oven, gradually turning golden brown and firm for the rich chocolate filling.
  • Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack.
    This image shows the freshly baked tart crust resting on a wire rack, cooling down completely before the chocolate filling is added.
  • While the crust bakes, heat coconut milk on the stovetop or in the microwave until it begins to simmer.
    This image shows coconut milk being gently heated in a saucepan, preparing it to be combined with dark chocolate for the vegan tart filling.
  • Place the dark chocolate in a bowl, pour the hot coconut milk over it, and let it sit for 30 seconds.
    This image shows pieces of dark chocolate being melted into warm coconut milk, creating a velvety and rich filling for the vegan chocolate tart.
  • Stir the mixture slowly until the chocolate melts and becomes smooth.
    This image shows the chocolate mixture being whisked with vanilla extract and salt, forming a silky and flavorful filling for the vegan tart.
  • Mix in the vanilla extract and salt until well incorporated.
  • Once the crust is cool, pour the chocolate filling into it, smoothing the surface with a spoon.
    This image shows the prepared vegan chocolate tart being placed in the refrigerator, allowing the smooth chocolate filling to set firmly.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the filling is firm.
    This image shows the vegan dark chocolate tart sliced and ready to serve, with its glossy chocolate filling and crisp crust creating a delectable dessert presentation.

Notes

  • You can substitute the coconut milk with almond or oat milk if preferred.
  • For a deeper flavor, use a higher percentage of dark chocolate.