No-bake 4th of July Fruit Tart

Are you still looking for a 4th of July dessert that is both sweet and refreshing? Look no further! Our 4th of July Tart is a unique creation that you won't find anywhere else.

This delightful no-bake tart features a heavenly Lotus Biscoff crust, a refreshing Cream Cheese cream infused with strawberries and blackberries, and a charming decoration of strawberry pieces and whole blackberries, all topped off with a sprinkle of Lotus Biscoff crumbs! 

It can be easily made gluten- and lactose-free if you fancy! 

This lovely tart is refreshing and takes less than 90 minutes to prepare.  It's perfect for a hot Fourth of July celebration! 

🥘 Ingredients

• 250 g (8.8 oz) Lotus Biscoff Cookies
  • Lotus Biscoff Cookies add a delightful caramelized flavor, but you can opt for a gluten-free alternative like gluten-free graham crackers for those with dietary restrictions.
  • In this recipe, I use the store-bought Lotus Biscoff cookie crumbs that I had left over from my no-bake Biscoff cheesecake. 
• 110 g (one stick) Butter or Margarine, unsalted
  • Margarine works as a perfect substitute for butter, especially for those preferring a plant-based option.
• 50 g (¼ cup) Coconut fat or oil
  • Adds a tropical twist to the tart's base; look for refined coconut oil for a neutral flavor.
• 60 g (⅓ cup) Dextrose (or Xylitol)
  • Sweetens the base; xylitol can be used for a sugar-free option, but be cautious with large quantities.
  • If you like cooking with dextrose, try our delicious spelt cake recipe!
• 500 g (16 oz) Cream cheese (or a plant-based alternative)
  • Creates a creamy filling; explore options like cashew or almond cream cheese for a vegan version.
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
  • Provides a refreshing citrusy kick to balance the sweetness.
• 150 g (1 cup) fresh Blackberries
  • It adds a tart and juicy element to the tart and gives it the blue color component. It can be substituted with blueberries to stay in the patriotic color scheme.
• 150 g (1 cup) fresh Strawberries
  • Lends a vibrant red color and sweet flavor to the tart; consider experimenting with cherries or raspberries for variety.
• Non-stick Spray for the tart tin

🔪 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the tart tin by spraying it with non-stick spray.

Step 2: Make the crust by mixing melted butter with Lotus Biscoff cookie crumbs and pressing the mixture into the tart tin.

Step 3: Heat coconut fat, then mix with sugar, cream cheese, and lemon zest to create the filling.

Step 4: Spread the filling over the crust.

Step 5: Mash half of the strawberries and half of the blackberries using a fork or electric chopper, then spread alternately over the filling.

Step 6: Garnish with fresh fruit and cookie crumbs.

Step 7: Freeze for 1 hour, then remove from the mold, thaw slightly, cut, and serve.

🌡️ Storage

I recommend preparing the tart fresh on the same day to prevent it from becoming soggy. It will taste best then. Keep any leftovers in the fridge and use them up within a few days.

🍽 Equipment

• Rectangular tart tin (14x4.5 inch)
• Two big mixing bowls
• Wooden spoon
• Two small mixing bowls for the fruit
• Kitchen machine with paddle attachment optional
• Fork
• Silicone spatula
• Electric chopper

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📖 Recipe

No-bake 4th of July Tart with Strawberries and Blackberries

Nora

With a heavenly Lotus Biscoff crust, a creamy filling infused with strawberries and blackberries, and charming fruit decorations. Easily adaptable to be gluten- and lactose-free, it's a delightful treat perfect for a hot Independence Day celebration, ready in under 90 minutes!

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Chilling Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 12 Servings

Calories 402 kcal

Equipment

• Rectangular tart tin 14x4.5 inch
• 2 Mixing bowls big
• Wooden spoon
• 2 Mixing bowls small, for the fruits
• Kitchen machine with paddle attachment optional
• Fork
• Silicone spatula
• Electric chopper optional

Ingredients

 

MetricUS Customary

 

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• 8.8 oz Lotus Biscoff Cookies or a gluten-free alternative
• 1 stick Butter or Margarine, unsalted
• ¼ cup Coconut fat or oil
• ⅓ cup Dextrose or Xylitol
• 16 oz Cream cheese or a plant-based alternative
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 1 cup Blackberries fresh
• 1 cup Strawberries fresh
• Non-stick spray for the tin

Instructions

 

• Prepare the tart tin by spraying it with Non-stick spray.
  Non-stick spray
• Create the crust by combining 1 stick Butter (melted) with crushed 8.8 oz Lotus Biscoff Cookies and pressing the mixture into the tart tin.
  8.8 oz Lotus Biscoff Cookies, 1 stick Butter
• Place the crust in the fridge until the cream is ready.
• Heat ¼ cup Coconut fat or oil and mix with ⅓ cup Dextrose, 16 oz Cream cheese, and 1 tablespoon Lemon zest to form the filling.
  ¼ cup Coconut fat or oil, ⅓ cup Dextrose, 16 oz Cream cheese, 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• Spread the filling over the crust.
• Mash half of 1 cup Blackberries and half of 1 cup Strawberries separately, then layer them alternately over the filling.
  1 cup Blackberries, 1 cup Strawberries
• Garnish with the rest of the fruit and sprinkle with cookie crumbs.
• Freeze for 1 hour, remove from the tin, let thaw slightly, slice, and serve.

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Keyword 4th of July, 4th of July tart, patriotic dessert, red white and blue

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Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 402kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 268mg | Potassium: 110mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 788IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 1mg

⛑️ Food Safety

• Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
• Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
• Wash hands after touching raw meat
• Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
• Never leave cooking food unattended
• Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
• Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

For further information, check Safe Food Handling - FDA.