With summer right around the corner, I have wanted make a healthy and refreshing citrus treat to enjoy in the California heat. Although I must admit we experience summer-like weather pretty much all year-round so I suppose that makes it okay to make these treats all year-round as well? Well, whatever your reasons may be for creating desserts, just know that the combination of lemon and blackberries in a sweet treat is sure to hit the spot. I have partnered up with Driscoll’s Berries to deliver you a dairy-free, grain-free and super refreshing raw blackberry lemon tart.
I’m working with Driscoll’s because every time I visit the grocery store, I end up grabbing several of their products. I’ve used their berries for as long as I can remember. During my latest trip to the store I took my usual turn down the produce aisle, spotting Driscoll’s Organic Blackberries and it was very obvious blackberries were in season by their juicy size.
As I mentioned earlier, I love the combination of lemon and blackberries. The rich lemon filling is made by blending a few simple ingredients – cashews, lemon, maple syrup, vanilla and a pinch of salt – into a smooth cashew cream. These flavors pair perfectly with this raw vegan tart crust made from nuts, dates and vanilla. The perfect complement to the lemon filling and nutty crust is a juicy in-season blackberry.
You can enjoy the blackberry lemon tarts immediately for a warm gooey filling but for a cool refreshing treat try putting the tarts in the freezer for a few hours. The frozen version is definitely the way to go on a really hot summer day. Either way, I promise you’ll be delighted by the delicious flavors. If you decide to make these tarts don’t forget to use the hashtag #rawmanda so I can see your creations and definitely let me know in the comments below what you think of this recipe! Enjoy!
- Crust
- 1 cup dates
- ⅓ cup walnuts
- ⅓ cup cashews
- ⅓ cup almonds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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- Cashew Cream Filling
- 2 cups raw cashews (soaked for at least 2 hours)
- ¼ -1/2 cup lemon juice + 1 teaspoon lime zest
- ⅓ cup maple syrup (or preferred liquid sweetener)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- pinch of salt
- ¼ cup water (adjust according to desired consistency)
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- Topping
- 1 package Driscoll's Organic Blackberries
- Garnish with small lemon wedge
- Blend crust ingredients in a food processor or high-speed blender until mixture begins to stick together.
- Press into a parchment paper-lined mini muffin pan and transfer to the refrigerator while preparing filling.
- Blend cashew cream ingredients in a high-speed blender until smooth.
- Spoon filling into tart crusts, place 1-2 blackberries on top of each tart.
- Enjoy immediately or place in the freezer for a frozen treat.
- Store in the refrigerator or freezer depending on the consistency you prefer.
I’m going to try it at my small raw Cafe in TURKEY :) Thanks for the receipe :)
Yay! So happy to hear that!! Enjoy Xx
Would like calories if possible. Please. Doing so with my daughter. She is lactose intolerant and vegetarian. X
Hi Ruth, try https://www.caloriecount.com or another site that will allow you to enter recipes to calculate calories. Enjoy! Xx
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I just tried this recipe over the weekend! I love the lemon infused filling and my roomies loved the tarts too. You’re right, blackberries are super juicy this time of year. Thanks for sharing this awesome recipe.
Hi Caren ~ Thanks for stopping by to let me know what you thought about the recipe! Thrilled to hear you and the roomies enjoyed them :) Have a wonderful day! XX
I love this recipe!! I’m making a website as well. Thanks for your inspiration.
I’m glad you love it! Good luck with your website! Have a wonderful day XO
These are amazing!! Thanks for the recipe, you’re the best!!!
It’s my pleasure :) Enjoy, Damon!
This recipe is so yummy and refreshing!!!! Obsessed!!!
Thank you Brittany! Glad you like the recipe Xx
Looks soooooooo good!! I can’t wait to try it. :-)
Thanks Jeni! Can’t wait to hear what you think :) Xoxo
I love anything super fruity and refreshing for a hot day too! It’s still pretty cold where I am PLUS fruit is getting QUITE EXPENSIVE too :( I’ll have to stick to buying in bulk and getting frozen fruits!
Yes! Fruit on a hot day is definitely the way to go! Have a wonderful weekend, Cassie! Xoxox