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Dark Chocolate Tart

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Silky dark chocolate ganache set in an almond-cocoa crust and finished with flaky sea salt and fresh berries.

Dark chocolate tart on a serving board

Prep

25 mins

Cook

20 mins

Total

3 hrs (including chill time)

Calories

373 kcal

Protein

12 g

Carbohydrates

16.8 g

Serves

10 slices

Fat

36.8 g

Longevity

52/100

Midnight chocolate tart is a rich dessert that feels elegant without requiring complicated technique. The cocoa-almond crust gives a sturdy base with deep flavor. A smooth dark chocolate filling brings that classic, glossy finish. A touch of salt helps balance sweetness and sharpen the chocolate notes. This tart works beautifully for dinner parties, holidays, or weekend baking. It can be made ahead, which makes serving less stressful. Fresh berries add brightness and contrast on the plate. Small slices go a long way because the flavor is intense and satisfying. Chilling time is important for a clean cut and firm texture. This is a country-table dessert that feels special, bold, and reliably crowd-pleasing.

Ingredients

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Ingredient notes

  • Use finely chopped chocolate so it melts quickly into the cream.

  • Press the crust firmly to prevent crumbling when slicing.

Step-by-step

10 slices
  1. 1

    Step 1

    Prep the crust

    • Ingredients:
      • 1 1/2 cups almond flour
      • 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
      • 1/4 cups coconut sugar
      • 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt
      • 6 tablespoons melted butter
    • Action: Heat oven to 350 F (175 C). Stir dry ingredients together, then mix in butter until the mixture clumps.
  2. 2

    Step 2

    Bake the crust

    • Ingredients:
      • Crust mixture
    • Action: Press into a 9-inch tart pan, bake 12 minutes, then cool completely.
  3. 3

    Step 3

    Make the ganache

    • Ingredients:
      • 8 ounces dark chocolate
      • 1 cup heavy cream
      • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
      • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • Action: Warm cream and sweetener until just simmering. Pour over chocolate, rest 2 minutes, whisk smooth, then stir in vanilla.
  4. 4

    Step 4

    Fill and chill

    • Ingredients:
      • Ganache
    • Action: Pour into cooled crust and smooth the top. Chill at least 2 hours.
  5. 5

    Step 5

    Finish and serve

    • Ingredients:
      • Flaky sea salt
      • Fresh raspberries
    • Action: Garnish and slice after a short rest at room temperature.

Step insights

  • Cooling the crust fully prevents the ganache from separating.

Equipment

  • 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom

  • Sheet pan

  • Mixing bowl

  • Heatproof bowl

  • Small saucepan

  • Rubber spatula

  • Wire rack

  • Offset spatula or spoon

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