Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of this easy-to-make Chocolate Tart. A buttery crust filled with silky chocolate ganache, this dessert is a perfect combination of sweet and creamy.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs (or crushed chocolate cookies)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
For the Filling:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into a tart pan and bake for 8–10 minutes. Cool completely.
- Make the Filling: Heat heavy cream until simmering, then pour over chopped chocolate. Whisk until smooth. Add butter, vanilla, and salt. Pour into crust.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the tart for at least 2 hours until set. Slice and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Top with whipped cream, berries, or a sprinkle of sea salt for added flavor.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free cookie crumbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake (filling), Baking (crust)
- Cuisine: French-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
