Fruit Tart Sugar Cookies

Name: Fruit Tart Sugar Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1¾ cup super-fine almond flour; ¾ tsp baking powder; 2 tbsp arrowroot powder (or cornstarch); ¼ tsp sea salt; ⅓ cup coconut sugar (or sweetener of choice); 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 tbsp maple syrup; 2 tbsp coconut butter or coconut oil (softened); 3 tbsp water; ⅓ cup unsweetened dairy free yogurt; ¼ cup plain vegan cream cheese; 3-5 tbsp powdered sweetener of choice (for desired sweetness); ½ tsp vanilla extract; pinch of salt; ½ cup sliced strawberries; ½ cup sliced blackberries; 1 sliced kiwi; ½ cup blueberries

If you’re looking for a delightful and eye-catching dessert to share with others or perhaps a Father’s Day brunch, I’ve got just the treat for you! These Fruit Tart Sugar Cookies are perfect for everyone to enjoy. With a naturally sweetened sugar cookie base that’s both gluten-free and dairy-free, you’ll want to snack on them even before dressing them up! And the luscious dairy-free creamy icing? It perfectly mimics the cream cheese filling you’d find in a traditional fruit tart. The fresh fruit toppings elevate the look of these desserts and will totally have jaws dropping.

You’ll be surprised at how easy they are to make! Whether it’s for a brunch gathering, a party, or just to satisfy your sweet tooth, they are the perfect option that will have everyone swooning. You can easily make the cookies ahead of time and dress them before the occasion to save time in the kitchen. Each bite of these fruit tart cookies bursts with freshness and flavor! Feel free to experiment with different fruits for the topping, or make a few varieties to share. Have fun with baking and give these sugar cookie fruit tarts a try!

Fruit Tart Sugar Cookies Ingredients

Super-Fine Almond Flour: Super-fine almond flour provides a light, nutty base for your cookies while keeping them gluten-free. Made from blanched almonds ground to a fine consistency, it offers a delicate texture and a subtly sweet flavor. Almond flour is rich in healthy fats, protein, and fiber, making it a nutritious choice for baking.
Baking Powder: Baking powder helps the cookies rise and gives them lightness without too much density. It acts as a leavening agent and creates air pockets that make the cookies fluffy and tender.
Arrowroot Powder or Cornstarch: Arrowroot powder or cornstarch both do the same thing – they assist in creating the cookie structure and help bind the ingredients.
Coconut Sugar or Sweetener of Choice: Coconut sugar keeps these sugar cookies refined sugar free. Coconut sugar is a low-glycemic sweetener derived from the sap of coconut palms, providing a rich, complex flavor and additional nutrients compared to regular sugar. You can opt to use any sweetener you choose; keep in mind that some will make your cookie sweeter than others and the consistency may change slightly.
Vanilla Extract: Vanilla extract infuses the cookies with a sweet, aromatic flavor that is familiar to your typical sugar cookie. Vanilla helps to enhance the overall flavor of the dessert.
Maple Syrup: Maple syrup adds moisture and a subtle maple flavor to the cookies. This natural sweetener provides a rich, caramel-like sweetness and contributes to the cookies’ chewy texture.
Coconut Butter or Coconut Oil: Coconut butter or softened coconut oil provides richness and helps the cookies hold together. Both options add healthy fats, which contribute to the moist, tender texture of the cookies and a slight coconut flavor.

Vegan Cream Cheese Icing Ingredients

Vegan Unsweetened Yogurt: Adds smooth creaminess and tang to the icing. This ingredient in combination with the vegan cream cheese helps to bring a softer texture and a slightly tart flavor that balances the sweetness of the cookies and toppings.
Plain Vegan Cream Cheese: Provides a rich, smooth base for the icing in combination with the other ingredients. This dairy-free alternative mimics the texture and taste of traditional cream cheese icing or filling typically used in a fruit tart.
Powdered Sweetener of Choice: Powdered sweetener of your choice sweetens the icing to your desired level. This finely ground sweetener dissolves easily, ensuring a smooth and consistent icing. You can adjust the amount to suit your taste preferences.
Vanilla Extract: What icing is complete without vanilla extract? It helps complete the flavor of this cream cheese icing and balances all that tang!

Fruit Tart Topping Ingredients

Strawberries: Adding to the juicy and flavorful toppings, sliced strawberries are also beautiful and hold up well after cut!
Blackberries: Sliced blackberries contribute a deep, tangy sweetness to the tarts. Their dark color and slightly tart flavor add depth and contrast to the other fruit toppings.
Kiwi: Sliced kiwi offers a tropical, slightly tart and zingy flavor. The bright green color and unique taste of kiwi add a refreshing element to the tarts, making each bite more interesting and flavorful.
Blueberries: Blueberries add a burst of juicy sweetness to the tarts. Their small size and vibrant blue color make them perfect for decorating, and their natural sweetness complements the other fruits and the creamy icing beautifully.

How to Make Sugar Cookie Fruit Tart Cookies

Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a large metal baking sheet with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: almond flour, baking powder, arrowroot powder, sea salt, and coconut sugar, stirring well to mix. Next, add the wet ingredients – vanilla extract, maple syrup, softened coconut butter, and water – and use a hand mixer to beat on medium speed until fully combined.

Form the cookies by scooping out 1.5 tablespoon-sized balls of dough and placing them on the prepared cookie baking sheet. Flatten each dough ball using a flat-bottomed glass covered with a piece of parchment paper. Bake the cookies for 8 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet.

While the cookies cool, prepare the icing by combining vegan yogurt, cream cheese, vanilla extract, salt, and powdered sweetener in a bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy. Once the cookies are completely cooled, top each one with a layer of icing and decorate with fresh fruit slices as desired. Store the cookies uncovered in the fridge until right before serving to keep them from getting soggy.

Variations for These Fruit Tart Sugar Cookies

These Fruit Tart Cookies are incredibly versatile and you can customize them however your heart desires! Here are a few fun options to play with:

Tropical: Use mango, pineapple, and kiwi for a tropical inspired tart cookie.
Berry: Combine raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries for a mixed berry tart.
Citrus: Add segments of orange, grapefruit, and lime for a zesty and refreshing variation.

Why You’ll Love These Sugar Cookie Fruit Tart Cookies

Aside from the fact that these Sugar Cookie Fruit Tart Cookies are visually stunning; they are also delicious, fun to make and easy to share with others! This recipe will wow any guest and you can even make it interactive by decorating them with others. This recipe uses simple ingredients and clear steps to make an outstanding dessert option! Not to mention these tart cookies are also a much healthier alternative to many store bought sweets.

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These Fruit Tart Sugar Cookies start with a sugar cookie base that melts in your mouth. Topped with creamy dairy free yogurt icing and a vibrant array of fresh fruit, each bite offers a burst of color and flavor. Perfect for parties, picnics, brunch, or a sweet indulgence, these gluten-free and vegan delights are sure to bring joy with every bite!

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 8

Total Time 25

Servings: 16 cookie tarts

Course: Dessert

Calories: 136

Equipment

Oven

Ingredients

Sugar Cookie Ingredients

1¾ cup super-fine almond flour
¾ tsp baking powder
2 tbsp arrowroot powder, or cornstarch
¼ tsp sea salt
⅓ cup coconut sugar , or sweetener of choice
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp maple syrup
2 tbsp coconut butter or coconut oil, softened
3 tbsp water

Vegan Cream Cheese Icing Ingredients

⅓ cup unsweetened dairy free yogurt
¼ cup plain vegan cream cheese
3-5 tbsp powdered sweetener of choice, for desired sweetness
½ tsp vanilla extract
pinch of salt

Fruit Tart Topping Ingredients

½ cup sliced strawberries
½ cup sliced blackberries
1 sliced kiwi
½ cup blueberries

Method

Preheat oven to 350 and line a large metal baking sheet with parchment paper. Add the dry ingredients to a mixing bowl and stir to combine. Add in the vanilla, maple syrup, coconut butter and water. Use a hand mixer to beat on medium speed until fully combined. Scoop out 1 1/2 tbsp balls and place on cookie sheet. Use a flat bottomed glass covered with a piece of parchment paper to flatten. Bake for 8 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
Meanwhile, combine the yogurt, cream cheese, vanilla, salt and sweetener. Remove the cookies from the oven and let cool completely. Top each cookie with a layer of icing and decorate with fruit as desired. Store uncovered in the fridge until right before serving.

Notes

*These cookies will keep in the fridge for about 48 hours as long as they are kept uncovered. If you cover them, they will get soggy!

*To successfully prepare in advance, bake your cookies and prepare your icing ahead of time, and wait until right before serving to assemble.

Nutrition

Serving 1cookie tartCalories 136kcalCarbohydrates 13gProtein 3gFat 9gSaturated Fat 1gPolyunsaturated Fat 0.04gMonounsaturated Fat 0.01gSodium 78mgPotassium 61mgFiber 4gSugar 6gVitamin A 18IUVitamin C 8mgCalcium 46mgIron 1mg

*Macros are provided as an estimate for convenience. Your final numbers will vary depending on ingredient brands, substitutions, and how you portion the recipe.

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Fruit Tart Sugar Cookies

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