Chocolate Berry Tarts

 
Ingredients

12 sweet pastry tarts

12 squares of dark chocolate (60g)

100g Philadelphia cream cheese

50g double thick cream

2 x tbsp castor sugar

1 punnet strawberries

1 punnet blueberries

Directions

1.  Cook the tarts in the oven for 10 minutes or until just golden.

    
2. Remove the tarts from the oven and immediately place one square of dark chocolate into each of the tarts and allow to melt, then spread over the bottom.
    
3. Meanwhile beat the Philadelphia, cream and sugar with a whisk until well combined.
    
4. Fill the tarts with the cream mixture and top with berries. Serve immediately.

 

Health tip

Blueberries are highly nutritious fruits being a great source of vitamin C, fibre and other antioxidants. Regular consumption may have a positive effect on blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Combine these benefits with their anti-inflammatory properties and you've got yourself a heart healthy snack that you can enjoy daily.
 

Per serve:

Energy: 796kJ (189 calories)

Protein: 3g

Carbohydrate: 16g

Fat: 12g (saturated fat 7g)

Fibre: 1g

Sodium: 138mg

 

 Recipe Supplied by Kate Freeman, Nutritionist assisting The Heart Research Institute

About the Author

Kate Freeman is a Registered Nutritionist (RNutr) offering a range of services based on proven healthy eating advice. She specialises in weight loss, chronic disease management, sports performance and family nutrition to promote a healthy, more vibrant life.

Kate has a Bachelor of Science with a major in Human Nutrition from the University of Canberra (2004) and a Graduate Diploma in Human Nutrition from Deakin University (2011). For more information, visit: katefreemannutrition.com.au