HEALTHY (PALEO) CREAM CHEESE TART
This Paleo Cream Cheese Tart is sooooo healthy. You can buy these berries all year long, so making this tart is convenient and easy. Sometimes it’s lovely to enjoy berries in the winter. The fruit is relatively inexpensive and delicious. I decided to make this tart so that I could also use the vegan cream cheese that I had prepared the day before.
This tart can be made from a whole combination of low glycemic fruits.
A Few Tart Combinations:
- Apple and pear
- Strawberry and peach
- Apple and fig (medium glycemic but high in fiber)
- Pear and fig
- Strawberry and apricot
- Strawberry and raspberry
- Strawberry and apple
WHAT IS THE NUTRITIONAL VALUE OF PALEO CREAM CHEESE TART?
For this tart I chose fruits that are all low glycemic – blackberries, strawberries, and kiwi. The darker the fruit, the higher the anti-oxidants.
Blackberries:
Blackberries offer a host of health benefits due to their impressive nutritional profile. Rich in antioxidants like anthocyanins, blackberries help combat oxidative stress and inflammation in the body, potentially reducing the risk of chronic diseases. The high fiber content in blackberries supports digestive health, aids in weight management, and helps regulate blood sugar levels.
Additionally, the presence of vitamins C and K, as well as manganese, contributes to immune system support, bone health, and overall well-being. Including blackberries in your diet is a delicious way to enhance both the taste and nutritional value of your meals.
Strawberries:
Strawberries are not only delicious but also packed with health benefits. Firstly, they are rich in antioxidants, particularly vitamin C, which supports the immune system and helps the body fight inflammation. Secondly, strawberries contain anthocyanins, contributing to heart health by reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Thirdly, their fiber content aids in digestion and helps regulate blood sugar levels. Lastly, strawberries provide essential nutrients like manganese, folate, and potassium, contributing to overall well-being and supporting various bodily functions.
Kiwi:
Kiwi is a nutrient-dense fruit known for its numerous health benefits. First and foremost, it’s an excellent source of vitamin C, providing more than the daily recommended intake in just one serving, which boosts the immune system and promotes skin health. Additionally, kiwi contains dietary fiber, aiding in digestion and supporting heart health by managing cholesterol levels. Its high antioxidant content, including vitamin E, helps combat oxidative stress and inflammation in the body.
Lastly, the potassium in kiwi contributes to proper fluid balance, muscle contractions, and overall cardiovascular health. Incorporating kiwi into your diet can be a tasty way to enhance your overall well-being.
WHAT IS THE TASTE PROFILE OF PALEO CREAM CHEESE TART?
The predominant taste sensation of this Paleo Cream Cheese Tart is sweetness. However, the tart is not too sweet.
WHAT BEVERAGE HARMONIZES WITH PALEO CREAM CHEESE TART?
To create harmony on the palate you would need a non alcoholic wine sweeter than the dessert. That’s far too much sugar to consume at one time. Monitoring sugar intake is important because it helps prevent blood sugar spikes and crashes, reduces the risk of health issues like obesity and diabetes, and maintains overall well-being. Choose hot tea. You can always pair the flavours of the cream cheese tart with those in the tea.
Here are five hot teas that can complement this dessert:
White Tea: Its delicate flavor profile and subtle sweetness can complement the creaminess of the tart while allowing the fruity flavors of the berries and kiwi to shine.
Jasmine Tea: The floral notes of jasmine tea can add a fragrant and refreshing element to the dessert, balancing the richness of the cream cheese while accentuating the fruitiness of the berries and kiwi.
Darjeeling Tea: With its muscatel grape flavor and a hint of astringency, Darjeeling tea can provide a crisp and refreshing contrast to the creamy tart, enhancing the overall dining experience.
Herbal Fruit Infusion: Opt for an herbal fruit infusion like a berry blend or hibiscus tea. These teas can echo the flavors of the berries in the tart while offering a vibrant and refreshing accompaniment.
Oolong Tea: A lightly oxidized oolong tea can provide a nuanced flavor profile that complements both the creaminess of the tart and the freshness of the fruit, creating a harmonious and sophisticated pairing.
WHAT OTHER HEALTHY (PALEO) RECIPES CAN I ENJOY?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU NEED TO PREPARE THIS RECIPE?
Equipment Needed:
- Food processor or mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Oven
- Parchment paper
- Rolling pin
- 9-inch pie plate
- Blender
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Refrigerator
- Baking sheet
This equipment list covers the tools necessary for preparing the crust, filling, and glaze, as well as for assembling and baking the fruit tart.
HOW IS THE RECIPE PREPARED FOR PALEO CHEESE TART?
PrintPALEO CREAM CHEESE TART
- Total Time: 45
- Yield: 12 slices 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This Paleo Cream Cheese Tart is super delishious with strawberries, blackberries and kiwi coated in a delicious blackberry glaze.
Ingredients
Crust:
1.5 cups almond flour (170 g)
1.5 cups tapioca flour (228 grams)
1 teaspoon sea salt (6 grams)
1 teaspoon Guar Gum (2 grams)
2 eggs
½ cup water plus 1 tablespoon at a time as needed
¼ cup grass fed or plant-based butter or ghee
Filling:
½ cup vegan cream cheese*
2 tablespoons no sugar added blackberry jam
¼ teaspoon agar
1.5 cups fresh blackberries
4 cups of sliced fresh strawberries
2 fresh kiwi, peeled and sliced
Fruit Tart Glaze
2 tablespoons no sugar added blackberry jam
2 tablespoons water
¼ teaspoon agar
Instructions
- *Keto Low-Carb Vegan Cultured Cream Cheese
- Preheat oven to 350 F (170 C). To make the crust: Add dough mixture to the bowl of food processor or mixer. Add baking powder and plant-based butter. Mix until butter is well mixed. Add water. Mix again until you have a sticky dough.
- Transfer dough to piece of parchment. Roll into a ball. Cut off ¼ of the ball (to use for the crumble and set aside. Re-roll dough into a ball again. Cover with another piece of parchment. Roll into a circle about 6 to 7-inches in diameter. Remove the top piece of parchment and smooth out the rough edges into a symmetrical circle. Replace parchment. Roll until dough is a bigger circle than pie place. Flip dough in parchment over and roll dough about 1-inch in diameter larger than the standard size (9″) pie plate.
- Remove top parchment again. Place the pie plate face side down on dough. Flip over so dough is inside the plate. You will have to fix the broken edges, using pieces of the thicker sides to patch up the thinner sides so that the sides of the dough is uniform. No worries. You won’t see the patchwork.
- Par-bake the crust for 10 minutes. Remove. Let cool.
- To make cream cheese base, in a blender mix together cream cheese, apricot jam, and agar. Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate until needed.
- When pie crust is room temperature, add cream cheese and smooth. Slice fruit. Arrange fruit in a pattern of choice on cream cheese mixture.
- To make the glaze, in a saucepan over low heat, heat jam. Add water. Boil. Add agar. Dissolve, whisking constantly. Let cool for 15 minutes. Brush over the tart.
- Transfer tart to the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until crust is golden and fruit has cooked.
- Remove from the oven and let cool.
Notes
- The recipe baking temperature and time is an estimate. Follow your own oven’s temperature and cooking time. It takes a gas oven 10-15 minutes to reach the desired temperature. Electric ovens can take 10 minutes longer than that. The age of your oven will also determine the temperature, time for roasting or baking, and where you want to place your dish in the oven. The bottom of your oven may be hotter than the top, depending on its condition. This also includes where to set your dish under the broiler. So use your own best judgment based on the type, condition, and age of your oven. Prep times will also vary depending on how slow or quickly you like to work.
- (Note: The nutritional information provided is a courtesy and is approximate only. We cannot guarantee the nutritional accuracy of any recipe on this site. We cannot know what brands you use or how accurately you follow the recipe or what you like to add creatively to the dish. Use the information as a general guideline only.)
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: HEALTHY
- Method: BAKING
- Cuisine: DESSERT
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 9
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 35
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