Description
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of our Chocolate Hazelnut Tart. This exquisite dessert features a buttery crust filled with a smooth chocolate and hazelnut ganache, creating an irresistible treat perfect for your Thanksgiving table. Each slice offers a delightful balance of sweetness and nuttiness, making it the ultimate centerpiece for family gatherings. Impress your guests with this easy-to-make tart that promises to be a memorable end to your holiday feast.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup toasted hazelnuts (chopped)
- 8 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C). In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, and sugar. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into a tart pan and bake for about 15 minutes.
- Toast hazelnuts on a baking sheet for approximately 10 minutes until golden brown.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt heavy cream and dark chocolate together until smooth. Allow to cool slightly before whisking in eggs.
- Sprinkle toasted hazelnuts over the cooled tart shell, then pour the ganache over them evenly.
- Bake again for 20-25 minutes until set but slightly wobbly in the center.
- Cool completely and refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (107g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 92mg