Decadent Chocolate Nut Delight Tart
Indulge in our Decadent Chocolate Nut Delight Tart, a luxurious twist on the classic pecan pie that showcases the delightful harmony of rich chocolate and an assortment of toasted nuts. This tart offers a crunchy buttery crust holding a gooey filling packed with a medley of whole almonds, pecans, and walnuts—perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings any time of the year! Originally inspired by a recipe featured in Bon Appétit, we've revamped it by incorporating our favorite nuts, making it easily adaptable for your unique taste. Serve this tantalizing tart warm or at room temperature for a delightful dessert that pairs perfectly with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this irresistible dessert that's bound to become a favorite at any gathering!
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Servings
317
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
1 1/2 cups (all-purpose, sifted)
sugar
1/4 cup (granulated)
butter
9 tablespoons (chilled, cut into cubes)
whipping cream
2 tablespoons (chilled)
vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons (pure)
whole almonds
3/4 cup (toasted)
pecans
3/4 cup (toasted)
walnuts
3/4 cup (toasted)
light corn syrup
3/4 cup (light)
golden brown sugar
1/4 cup (packed)
butter
1/4 cup (melted)
eggs
3 large (beaten)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (pure)
semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup (uncooked)
Instructions
1
FOR THE CRUST: In a food processor, combine flour and sugar until mixed well.
2
Add the chilled butter and pulse using on/off turns until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
3
Incorporate 2 tablespoons of cream and vanilla extract, pulsing until the dough begins to come together. If the dough is too dry, add more cream, a tablespoon at a time, until moist clumps form.
4
Gather the dough into a ball, then press it evenly over the bottom and up the sides of an 11-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. (Alternatively, a 9-inch pan can be used with minimal leftover dough.)
5
Chill the crust in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before filling or can be made a day ahead and left covered in the fridge.
6
FOR THE FILLING: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
7
In a food processor, chop the toasted nuts coarsely with on/off turns while setting them aside.
8
In a large bowl, whisk together the light corn syrup, brown sugar, and melted butter until blended.
9
Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until smooth.
10
Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips followed by the chopped nuts, mixing thoroughly.
11
Pour the filling into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
12
Bake the tart in the preheated oven for approximately 50 minutes or until the center is firmly set and the top turns a deep golden brown.
13
Once baked, let the tart cool in the pan on a wire rack for 30 minutes.
14
Carefully push up the pan bottom to release the tart and serve either warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Information
19g
Fat
32g
Carbs
4.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Decadent Chocolate Nut Delight Tart?
It is a luxurious twist on the classic pecan pie that features a harmony of rich chocolate and a variety of toasted nuts in a buttery crust.
What ingredients are used for the tart crust?
The crust consists of all-purpose sifted flour, granulated sugar, chilled butter cubes, chilled whipping cream, and pure vanilla extract.
How is the crust dough prepared?
In a food processor, combine flour and sugar, pulse in chilled butter until it looks like coarse meal, then add cream and vanilla until moist clumps form.
What size tart pan should I use?
An 11-inch tart pan with a removable bottom is recommended, though a 9-inch pan can also be used with a little leftover dough.
How long should the crust be chilled before filling?
The crust should be chilled in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or it can be made a day ahead.
What is the recommended oven temperature for baking the tart?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C) before baking the tart.
Which types of nuts are included in the filling?
The filling uses a medley of toasted whole almonds, toasted pecans, and toasted walnuts.
How should the nuts be prepared for the filling?
The toasted nuts should be chopped coarsely in a food processor using on/off turns before being added to the mixture.
What ingredients make up the tart filling base?
The filling base is a mixture of light corn syrup, packed golden brown sugar, melted butter, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract.
What type of chocolate is added to the tart?
One cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips is stirred into the nut and syrup mixture.
How long does the Chocolate Nut Delight Tart bake?
The tart should bake for approximately 50 minutes.
How do I know when the tart is done baking?
The tart is finished when the center is firmly set and the top has turned a deep golden brown.
What is the cooling process for the tart?
Once out of the oven, let the tart cool in its pan on a wire rack for 30 minutes.
How do you remove the tart from the pan?
Carefully push up the removable bottom of the pan to release the tart from the sides.
Can the tart be served warm?
Yes, it can be served either warm or at room temperature.
What are the best toppings for this dessert?
It pairs perfectly with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
How many calories are in one serving of the tart?
There are approximately 317 calories per serving.
What is the fat content of this recipe?
Each serving contains 19g of fat.
How many grams of carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 32g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in each serving?
Each serving provides 4.5g of protein.
Is this a good recipe for the fall season?
Yes, it is tagged as a fall recipe and is an excellent variation of a classic holiday pecan pie.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are 14 ingredients in total, including those for the crust and the filling.
Can I customize the nut selection?
Yes, the recipe is easily adaptable, and you can incorporate your favorite nuts based on your unique taste.
What type of corn syrup should I buy?
The recipe specifically calls for light corn syrup.
Does the recipe require beaten eggs?
Yes, the recipe requires 3 large eggs that have been beaten.
What kind of sugar is used in the filling?
The filling uses 1/4 cup of packed golden brown sugar.
Is the butter in the filling chilled or melted?
Unlike the crust which uses chilled butter, the filling requires 1/4 cup of melted butter.
What texture does the filling have?
The filling is described as gooey and packed with a crunchy medley of nuts.
Is the flour for the crust prepared in any specific way?
The recipe recommends using 1 1/2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
What category of food does this recipe fall into?
It is categorized as a dessert, specifically a tart and baked good.