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Apple Ricotta High-Fiber, High-Protein Tart
Description
The story of this Apple Ricotta High-Fiber, High-Protein Tart begins with two timeless kitchen staples: apples and fresh cheese.
Apples have been baked into desserts across Europe for centuries, while ricotta traces its roots to rustic Italian households, where nothing went to waste and simple ingredients were transformed into comfort food.
Over time, these traditions evolved. Warm spiced apples found their way into tarts and pastries, while ricotta moved beyond savory dishes and became a gentle, creamy base for desserts. This tart brings those histories together in a modern, nourishing form.
Nut flours, oats, seeds, and fiber-rich ingredients reflect today’s desire for balance—where indulgence meets mindful eating.
Baked slowly, the aroma of cinnamon and caramelized apples fills the kitchen. It feels familiar yet refreshingly new. This nourishing tart is packed with fiber, protein, and comforting flavors.
A nutty and oat-based crust holds layers of warm spiced apples and creamy ricotta protein filling, all topped with a crunchy granola crumble. Balanced and wholesome, it’s perfect served warm or cold with a dollop of Greek yogurt.
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients:
Apple Layer Ingredients:
Ricotta Protein Filling:
Granola Crumble Topping:
Instructions
Make the Crust:
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Preheat oven to 170°C.
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Gather your required ingredients.
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In a bowl, mix all dry ingredients.
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Add chopped dates.
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Pour in melted coconut oil and honey. Mix well to form a sticky dough.
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Press evenly into a 25 cm tart mold, shaping the base and edges.
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Pre-bake for 15 minutes until slightly golden.
Spiced Apple Preparation:
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Peel and cut the apples into small, even cubes.
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In a pan, sauté apples with lemon juice, honey, and cinnamon over medium-low heat.
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Cook until softened and lightly caramelized. Set aside.
Ricotta Protein Cream Preparation:
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Crack the eggs into a bowl with the ricotta and yogurt. Mix until smooth.
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Add the protein powder, honey, inulin, and vanilla, then mix until smooth and creamy.
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Set aside while preparing the crumble.
Granola Crumble Mixing:
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Mix all ingredients together until crumbly. Set aside.
Assembly & Baking:
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Pour the ricotta filling into the pre-baked crust.
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Top with sautéed apples.
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Sprinkle the granola crumble over the top.
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Bake at 160°C for 40 minutes until set and golden.
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Cool at room temperature or chill.
Serving:
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Serve with Greek yogurt if desired.
