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Vegan Strawberry Layered Dessert

This dessert features fresh strawberries transformed through blending, layering into a no-bake crust and topping with fruit purée. The dish combines smooth, creamy textures with vibrant, juicy berry layers, resulting in a colorful, eye-catching presentation.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Fresh strawberries 2 cups hulled and sliced: Adds Bright fruity flavor and natural sweetness
  • Almond flour 1 cup: Provides Nutty crumbly crust base
  • Coconut oil 1/4 cup melted: Helps Bind crust and add richness
  • Maple syrup 3 tablespoons: Enhances Natural caramel-like sweetness
  • Lemon juice 1 tablespoon: Brings Tangy freshness to balance berries
  • Agar agar powder 1 tablespoon: Plant-based gelling agent that creates a firm, sliceable set.
  • Water 2 cups divided: Assists Blending and setting consistency

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Mixing bowl
  • Small saucepan
  • Dessert dish or tray
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Combine almond flour and melted coconut oil in a bowl.
  2. Add maple syrup and mix until crumbly dough forms.
  3. If mixture feels dry, add 1–2 teaspoons extra melted coconut oil to help the crust hold together better.
  4. Press mixture firmly into the base of a dessert dish.
  5. Chill crust briefly to help it set.
  6. Blend strawberries with lemon juice and part of the water.
  7. Heat remaining water gently in a saucepan.
  8. Bring the remaining water to a gentle boil, then whisk in agar agar powder and simmer for 2–3 minutes until fully activated.
  9. Combine gelatin mixture with blended strawberries.
  10. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
  11. Pour strawberry layer over chilled crust.
  12. Chill for 1–2 hours or until fully firm. Agar-based desserts begin setting as they cool.
  13. Slice or scoop gently before serving.

Notes

The texture is softly set and smooth rather than traditionally creamy unless coconut cream is layered in.