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Mini Pumpkin Tarts

Last Updated on September 23, 2021 by Jean Choi 10 Comments

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These vegan and paleo Mini Pumpkin Tarts are so yummy and easy, and they make an adorable Halloween or holiday treat!

Mini Pumpkin Tarts

It was in the 80s all weekend over here (I even laid out at the pool!) so it seems strange to see all the Fall recipes popping up on my Instagram feed. However, I will not pass up a chance to get started on my pumpkin craze, and decided to open up my first can of pumpkin of the season. I thought about making my paleo pumpkin pie, but realized there’s no way I’m turning on the oven in this heat. Which is how these mini pumpkin tarts were born!

Mini Pumpkin Tarts

Mini Pumpkin Tarts

Mini Pumpkin Tarts

If you love pumpkin pie like me, you will love this recipe. These pumpkin tarts are a smaller version of pumpkin pie (they are muffin sized—so cute!), without needing to be baked in the oven. I love how quickly they came together. They are best eaten chilled, straight out of the refrigerator so I love that I can still enjoy Fall flavors in this heat!

Mini Pumpkin Tarts

Mini Pumpkin Tarts

Mini Pumpkin Tarts

Mini Pumpkin Tarts

These vegan and paleo Mini Pumpkin Tarts are so yummy and easy, and they make an adorable Halloween or holiday treat!
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Course: Dessert
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 tarts
Author: Jean Choi

Ingredients

Crust

  • 1/3 cup almond flour
  • 1/3 cup flaxseed meal
  • 3 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1/8 tsp salt

Filling

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/3 cup coconut butter
  • 3 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/8 tsp ground cloves
  • Coconut flakes, for garnish

Instructions

  • Line a 6-cup muffin tin with parchment paper or a standard muffin liner.
  • Combine and mix all ingredients for the crust in a bowl until it becomes a sticky dough.
  • Divide the dough evenly into the lined muffin cups, and press down with your fingers to form a crust on the bottom of each cup. Place in the fridge while preparing the filling.
  • Heat a saucepan on the stovetop at the lowest setting.
  • Place all ingredients for the filling (except coconut flakes) in the saucepan just until the coconut butter and honey are melted. Stir well.
  • Take the muffin tin out of the fridge, and pour the filling evenly into the 6 muffin cups over the crusts.
  • Smooth out the top of the filing with a spatula, and sprinkle with coconut flakes.
  • Place back in the fridge for at least 3 hours so the filling hardens and sets.
  • Serve chilled.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

 


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By Jean Choi | September 26, 2016

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  1. Emily @ Recipes to Nourish says

    November 20, 2017 at 8:20 am

    5 stars
    Yummy! I would totally eat these with breakfast! They look amazing and so easy to make.

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  2. Joni Gomes says

    November 20, 2017 at 11:17 am

    5 stars
    Oh my these are so cute! Love that you added Coconut Butter!

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  3. Renee says

    November 20, 2017 at 2:40 pm

    5 stars
    Oh gosh these are just perfect! I have so many little ones around at the holidays that these are just perfect for their little hands and by dessert time they are ready to be on the go and not at the table! THese are so fun!

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  4. Raia Todd says

    November 20, 2017 at 2:58 pm

    Those are so cute! They sound pretty easy, too. I’m definitely adding them to my holiday menu!

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  5. linda spiker says

    November 20, 2017 at 7:23 pm

    5 stars
    You had me at pumpkin. And tarts:)

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  6. Kelly @ A Girl Worth Saving says

    November 21, 2017 at 10:31 am

    I love that you made this into tarts so I won’t be tempted to eat the whole pie!

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  7. Megan Stevens says

    November 21, 2017 at 3:01 pm

    5 stars
    Mmm, love that coconut butter and how they hold together. Such a lovely, tempting handful!

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  8. Monique says

    November 21, 2017 at 9:05 pm

    5 stars
    Oh my goodness, yum yum! These look awesome and I LOVE that they are ready right out of the fridge. It’s getting warmer and warmer here in Australia but I still want to enjoy some pumpkin treat goodness 🙂

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  9. Judy Purcell says

    November 23, 2017 at 6:53 am

    5 stars
    I often wish I could just have a small bit of dessert without having to share a slice of pie with someone else. I don’t mind sharing, but it’s so nice to have the choice of just a few bites. Great idea!

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  10. Corrine says

    November 25, 2017 at 10:44 am

    These tarts look like a perfect fall treat! I’m loving all things pumpkin right now and these look delicious!

    Reply

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