Paleo Raspberry Tart

I’ve been trying to eat less sugar but every time I look for a packaged treat they are always loaded with unnecessary sugars.  And by sugars I mean dates, Stevie, monk fruit etc.  There’s just way too much of it in each bite.  So I made my own treat with enough sweetness that satisfies my sugary craving.  I’ve boiled it down to adding just 2 teaspoons of maple syrup to the raspberry filling and 2 teaspoons of coconut sugar to the top crumb layer.  Its delicious, filling and best of all healthy! Perfect treat for anyone looking for a healthy dessert option.

Ingredients

 Filling:

 2 cups frozen or fresh raspberries

 1 tablespoon lemon juice

 2 teaspoons maple syrup

 a pinch of lemon zest

 1 tablespoon chia seeds

Crust:

 2 cups almond flour or almond meal

 2 tablespoons coconut oil

 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

 1 tablespoon water

 ¼ teaspoon sea salt

 Crumb top layer:

 1/2 cup walnuts 

1/2 cup of pecans

 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded or flaked coconut

2 teaspoons coconut sugar

 1 tbsp coconut oil

a pinch of salt

1. For the filling combine all ingredients except for the chia seeds and let simmer for a few minutes.  Once the filling is bubbling mash them with a spoon.  You’re creating a jam so after you have a nice consistency you can add the chia seeds and let cool in the refrigerator while you make the crust and crumb layer.
2. For the crust add all ingredients and mix in a food processor until it’s evenly crumbly.  You can also try to mix it with a wooden spoon if you don’t have a food processor.   In an 8 x 8 baking dish evenly layer the crust and bake for 20 mins at 350 degrees.
3. For the crumb top layer mix all ingredients in a food processor or you can use a pestle mortar for the walnuts and pecans and then mix everything together.
4. After baking the crust and the filling has cooled you can add the filling layer to the top of the crust and then add the crumb top layer.
5. Bake in the oven for 15 to 20 mins, until slightly golden.
6. And now ENJOY!

I like to cut them into squares and freeze for when ever I need a quick power snack.

Original recipe from http://www.wholesomelicious.com