Gelatin Fruit Tart
A Gelatin Fruit Tart is a vibrant, no-bake dessert featuring a crisp biscuit or pastry crust filled with a sweetened gelatin layer and topped with an artistic arrangement of fresh fruits. It typically combines ingredients like crushed cookies, butter, fruit juice or flavored gelatin, and a variety of seasonal fruits such as berries, kiwi, and peaches. This refreshing treat is popular in many Western cuisines, particularly as a light summer dessert.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dessert is generally high in carbohydrates from its sugar and fruit content, with moderate fat from the crust, and provides minimal protein. It offers vitamins and antioxidants from the fresh fruit topping, though its primary nutritional value is energy from simple sugars. A typical serving contains roughly 250-350 calories, depending on the crust thickness and sugar content.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 55 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 38 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 70 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg |
Per 1 tart slice (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the gelatin fruit tart showcases a clever use of gelatin as a structural and decorative element, allowing for visually stunning presentations that highlight seasonal fruits. Nutritionally, while it's a sweet treat, the fresh fruit topping can provide a burst of vitamins and fiber, making it a slightly lighter option compared to cream-heavy desserts.
