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Keto Strawberry Cream Tart - A Light, Fresh, Low-Carb Dessert

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients
  

  • For the crust: Almond flour (finely ground)
  • Unsalted butter (melted)
  • Granulated keto sweetener (erythritol, allulose, or monk fruit blend)
  • Vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: Ground cinnamon or lemon zest
  • For the cream filling: Cream cheese (softened)
  • Heavy whipping cream
  • Powdered keto sweetener
  • Vanilla extract
  • Optional: Lemon juice or zest for brightness
  • Pinch of salt
  • For the topping: Fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
  • Optional: Sugar-free strawberry jam or a touch of powdered sweetener to dust
  • Optional: Fresh mint for garnish
  • Tools: 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom (or a pie dish)
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Spatula and measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Prep the pan: Lightly grease a 9-inch tart pan. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Make the crust: In a bowl, stir together almond flour, granulated keto sweetener, a pinch of salt, and optional cinnamon or zest. Pour in melted butter and vanilla. Mix until the texture resembles damp sand and holds when pressed.
  3. Press and bake: Press the mixture firmly into the pan, working up the sides for a clean edge. Prick the base with a fork. Bake 10–12 minutes, until lightly golden. Cool completely.
  4. Whip the cream: In a clean bowl, whip heavy cream to soft peaks. Set aside.
  5. Beat the cream cheese: In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sweetener, vanilla, a pinch of salt, and a squeeze of lemon (if using) until smooth and fluffy.
  6. Fold it together: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese in two additions until smooth and airy. Don’t overmix.
  7. Fill the crust: Spread the cream mixture into the cooled crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Chill: Refrigerate at least 2 hours to set. Longer is even better.
  9. Top with strawberries: Arrange sliced strawberries over the cream. For extra shine, warm a spoonful of sugar-free jam and lightly brush it over the berries, or dust with a little powdered sweetener.
  10. Slice and serve: Use a sharp knife. Wipe the blade between cuts for clean slices.