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Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Tart


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  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: 3 hours (including chilling)
  • Yield: 1 tart (8 servings)
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in our decadent Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Tart recipe, blending rich pumpkin puree with dark chocolate in a buttery cookie crust. Perfect for fall gatherings, this dessert promises a symphony of flavors in every bite.


Ingredients

1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (about 20 cookies)

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

1 cup canned pumpkin puree

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

1/2 cup heavy cream

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

1/4 teaspoon salt

6 ounces dark chocolate, finely chopped


Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust:
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
    • Mix chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter until combined.
    • Press mixture into a 9-inch tart pan.
    • Bake for 8-10 minutes, then cool.
  2. Make the Filling:
    • Whisk pumpkin puree, brown sugar, cream, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Prepare the Chocolate:
    • Heat a small amount of cream until simmering.
    • Pour over dark chocolate, let sit, then stir until smooth.
  4. Combine Filling and Chocolate:
    • Gradually whisk chocolate mixture into pumpkin mixture.
  5. Assemble and Bake:
    • Pour filling into crust.
    • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes.
    • Cool on a rack, then refrigerate for 2 hours.

Notes

Serve chilled with whipped cream or ice cream.

Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tart (8 servings)