Description
Indulge in the exquisite delight of this Chocolate Pistachio Ganache Tart, a dessert that brings together rich chocolate and creamy pistachio in a stunning presentation. Each layer offers a unique taste experience: a crispy cocoa shell cradles a velvety ganache, while the luscious pistachio cream adds an elegant touch. Perfect for celebrations or cozy nights at home, this tart will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. Best of all, it’s surprisingly easy to make and can be prepared in advance!
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups (150g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (30g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/3 cup (40g) powdered sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1–2 tablespoons cold milk (as needed)
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
- 100g dark chocolate (at least 60%), chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup (130g) shelled unsalted pistachios (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/4 cup (60ml) whole milk
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
- 100g dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Chopped or whole roasted pistachios
Instructions
- Prepare the chocolate tart shell: Mix flour, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, salt, and cold butter until crumbly. Add egg yolk and milk to form dough. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Blind bake the shell: Roll out dough, press into tart pan, and bake for 25 minutes at 350°F (175°C). Cool completely.
- Make the bottom ganache: Heat cream, pour over chocolate, stir until smooth, add vanilla and salt. Pour into cooled tart shell and chill until set.
- Create the pistachio layer: Blend pistachios with milk until smooth; cook with heavy cream, sugar, and cornstarch until thickened. Fold in roasted pistachios and spread over ganache layer.
- Prepare the top ganache: Heat cream; pour over chocolate and butter until glossy. Pour over pistachio layer.
- Garnish: Add chopped pistachios around the edge of the tart. Chill for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg