Raspberry White Chocolate Tart – A Festive Refined Sugar Free Dessert

 

When it comes to Christmas desserts, we often crave something that’s both indulgent and beautiful to serve. This Raspberry White Chocolate Tart ticks all the boxes. With its golden oat-and-almond crust, jewel-toned raspberry layer, and snowy white chocolate topping, it’s a showstopper that looks like it belongs on every holiday table. Best of all, it’s refined sugar free—sweetened naturally with Mānuka honey and other whole-food ingredients.

Whether you’re hosting Christmas dinner, bringing a dish to a festive gathering, or looking for a dessert that feels both celebratory and nourishing, this tart is the perfect choice. It’s rich without being heavy, and its ruby-red raspberry layer brings the color and cheer we associate with the holidays.

Why It’s Perfect for the Holidays

Christmas desserts are all about indulgence, but that doesn’t mean they can’t also be wholesome. Using Mānuka honey instead of refined sugar makes this tart a better-for-you treat that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Honey not only adds natural sweetness, but also provides trace nutrients and a unique depth of taste that pairs beautifully with chocolate and berries.

The garnish possibilities—fresh raspberries, sugared cranberries, pomegranate arils, or snowy dustings of coconut—give it a festive flair that looks straight out of a holiday magazine spread. It’s the kind of dessert that makes your Christmas table sparkle while keeping ingredients simple and seasonal.

Occasions to Serve This Festive Tart

The Raspberry White Chocolate Tart is versatile enough to shine in many holiday settings:

• Christmas Day dessert – A vibrant and elegant alternative to heavy puddings or fruitcake.
• Holiday parties – Easy to slice into small servings, making it perfect for sharing.
• Christmas Eve gatherings – A light yet festive option to enjoy alongside mulled wine or tea.
• New Year’s celebrations – Carry its sparkle into the next festivity.

INGREDIENTS

Tart Crust

• 2 cups (150 g) gluten-free oats or oat flour

• ½ cup (75 g) almonds, ground into flour

• ½ tsp salt

• ⅓ cup (80 g) vegan butter or coconut oil (melted)

• 2 tbsp Mānuka honey. (we used MGO100+)

Raspberry Layer

• 2 cups (250 g) raspberries, fresh or frozen

• ⅔ cup (150 ml) water

• 3 tbsp Mānuka honey (to taste)(we used MGO100+)

• 1 tsp 100% agar powder (not flakes!)

White Chocolate Layer

• 7 oz (200 g) vegan white chocolate, chopped

• 200 ml coconut cream (solid part from a can of full-fat coconut milk)

To Garnish (optional)

• Fresh raspberries

• Sugared cranberries

• Pomegranate arils

• Desiccated coconut (like a snowy dusting)

METHOD

Make the Crust

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch tart pan.

• Mix oat flour, almond flour, and salt in a bowl.

• Stir in melted butter and honey until combined. Add a splash of water if too dry.

• Press mixture firmly into tart pan.

• Bake for 15 minutes until golden, then cool completely on a wire rack.

Make the Raspberry Layer

• Add raspberries and ¼ cup water to a saucepan. Cook for 3 minutes until soft.

• Dissolve agar powder in the remaining water and stir into the raspberries.

• Mash fruit, add honey, then bring to a gentle boil. Simmer 1–2 minutes.

• Pour into cooled tart crust and refrigerate for 15 minutes until set.

Make the White Chocolate Layer

• Melt white chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a water bath.

• Warm coconut cream in a saucepan.

• Stir cream into melted chocolate until smooth.

• Pour over raspberry layer, spreading evenly.

• Chill in fridge for at least 3 hours or overnight.

 

Garnish and Serve
Top with raspberries, sugared cranberries, pomegranate, and coconut for a festive holiday look. Serve chilled in slices, and watch it disappear from your Christmas table.

Final Thoughts

This Raspberry White Chocolate Tart is more than just a dessert—it’s a centerpiece for your holiday celebrations. Its vibrant raspberry middle and snowy white topping look festive and elegant, while the use of Mānuka honey keeps it naturally sweetened and refined sugar free.

Whether you serve it on Christmas Day, bring it to a holiday gathering, or save it for New Year’s Eve, this tart will impress your guests and bring a touch of sparkle to the season. It’s proof that wholesome ingredients can still create a decadent, festive dessert.