Charity Chomp: A surprisingly (un)sinful tart, with love to JAAR

There's only one rule with charity chomps: if you think it's delicious, donate! This week, Jersey Action Against Rape is sharing a decadent vegan chocolate and raspberry tart from Lauren Caris Cooks.

It's one of the recipes featured in JAAR's 'Recipe and Walk' book, which brings together islanders' favourite tasty treats and whimsical walks.

"This is my go-to vegan dessert which pleases everyone and particularly surprises non-vegans," Lauren said. "It does everything a dessert should do. It looks great and tastes sinful. It’s quite rich, so you don’t want too much per serving.

Pictured: JAAR's 'Recipe and Walk' book brings together islanders' favourite tasty treats and whimsical walks.

"Although it is perfectly good with no topping at all, you can add any combination of nuts, berries, mint leaves or sprinkles to make it look spectacular. Or add some vanilla ice cream (Swedish Glace is vegan) to make it even more yummy. You can make them as individual tortes or one big one (8 or 9 inch)."

 This tart will prove a delicious treat whilst in the office... Why not spread the love and share it with your colleagues?

(Serves eight or more)

Vegan Chocolate Tart

Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 300g digestive biscuits
• 170g vegan margarine
• 132g caster sugar
• 240ml full fat coconut milk (from a can)
• 300g dark chocolate
• Berries, for topping
• Pistachio nuts, for topping

 Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 190C.

2. Crush the biscuits into fine crumbs and mix with the sugar.

3. Melt the marg in the microwave and add to the crumbs. Mix until well combined.

4. Press the mixture to the edge of the tin(s) and flatten.

5. Bake for 7 minutes and remove from the oven. If it puffs up, wait until it’s cooled and press it down again.

6. Chop up the chocolate into small chunks and place in a heatproof bowl.

7. Heat the coconut milk (be sure to measure out 240 ml - it is not the whole can!) until just boiling. Then add it to the chocolate and let it sit for 1 minute.

8. After 1 minute, stir until the chocolate is melted and you have a smooth glossy mixture.

9. Put on top of the crumb mixture. Allow to set in the fridge for at least 4 hours.

10. Decorate however you like!

Enjoyed this charity chomp?

Click HERE to support Jersey Action Against Rape (JAAR). 

...And why not treat yourself a copy of JAAR's recipe book? It's available in their shop.