This Oat Cookie Tart Crust is a delicious alternative to traditional tart crusts, made with oats, olive oil, and a touch of natural sweetness. It’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free, making it a great option for a variety of tarts —especially my Honey Lemon Tart recipe!
The subtle richness of olive oil adds a delicate, flavor undertone that perfectly balances the sweetness of your fillings. Whether you're making a fruit-filled tart or a creamy cheesecake, this crust will be your new favorite.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Naturally sweetened with maple syrup
- Easy to make with minimal ingredients, this crust is a quick and straightforward way to make your tart or pie without the fuss of rolling out dough.
- Dairy free - There's olive oil instead of butter in this recipe
- Gluten free - there's oat flour and almond flour in this recipe
- Nutritious Ingredients: Made with nutrient-dense oats, this crust provides a healthier alternative to traditional pastry crusts.
Ingredients
- Oat Flour- did you know you can make your own oat flour at home with the help of your blender?
- Almond Flour - finely ground
- Shredded Coconut - choose unsweetened medium coconut
- Maple Syrup- or swap for honey
- Olive Oil - choose a good quality olive oil because the delicious flavor will come through
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
How To Make Oat Flour Tart Crust
Here are the step-by-step instructions to make this recipe.
Step 1: Preheat the oven and whisk together the dry ingredients.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
In a bowl, whisk together oat flour, almond flour, shredded unsweetened coconut, and a pinch of salt.
Step 2: Add olive oil and sweetener.
Add maple syrup and olive oil to the dry mixture, stirring until well combined.
Step 3: Allow the flours to absorb liquid.
Allow the tart mixture to sit for a few minutes, allowing the flours to absorb the liquid.
Step 4: Press into tart pan.
Press the mixture evenly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch tart pan.
Step 5: Bake the tart crust.
Bake for 8-10 minutes, then remove from the oven. If the tart shell puffs up slightly, use the base of a cup or measuring cup to gently press it back down into the bottom and sides.
Allow the tart shell to cool before filling.
Expert Tips
- When pressing the oat mixture into the tart pan, use the back of a spoon or a flat- bottomed glass to press it down firmly and evenly.
- Pre-bake (blind bake) the crust for about 10 minutes at 350°F (175°C) before adding your filling.
- After baking, let the tart crust cool completely before filling it.
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Recipe
Oat Cookie Tart Crust
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cup oat flour
- ½ cup almond flour
- 2 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
- pinch of sea salt
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- ⅓ cup olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- In a bowl, whisk together oat flour, almond flour, shredded unsweetened coconut, and a pinch of salt.
- Add maple syrup and olive oil to the dry mixture, stirring until well combined. Allow the tart mixture to sit for a few minutes, allowing the flours to absorb the liquid.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch tart pan.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, then remove from the oven. If the tart shell puffs up slightly, use the base of a cup or measuring cup to gently press it back down into the bottom and sides.
- Allow the tart shell to cool before filling.
Notes
- When pressing the oat mixture into the tart pan, use the back of a spoon or a flat- bottomed glass to press it down firmly and evenly.
- Pre-bake (blind bake) the crust for about 10 minutes at 350°F (175°C) before adding your filling.
- After baking, let the tart crust cool completely before filling it.
If you make this recipe please leave a comment and give this recipe a rating! I aim to respond to every single comment. I am so grateful when you trust me and try one of my recipe creations in your own kitchen. I love to hear how it went! Let’s connect on Instagram and tag me in your food pics!
‘Til next time,
Christy
Meg says
Just made this crust as a base for my pumpkin pie for my first gluten free Thanksgiving. It was so easy, came together quickly and was just the right thing! I made my own oat flour too like you suggested!