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Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart

Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart

This chocolate peanut butter tart features a buttery graham cracker crust filled with a silky, velvety ganache made from rich dark chocolate and creamy peanut butter. The tart boasts a glossy surface and a smooth, indulgent texture that melts in your mouth, combining nostalgic flavors with an elegant presentation.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs finely crushed
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 oz dark chocolate 70% cocoa chopped or chips
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup peanut butter natural or your preferred type
  • a pinch flaky sea salt for garnish
  • chopped roasted peanuts for garnish

Equipment

  • 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Spatula
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and salt in a bowl until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press this evenly into the bottom and up the sides of your tart pan to form a firm crust. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 10 minutes until lightly golden, then let it cool completely.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the dark chocolate and heavy cream in short bursts, stirring between each, until smooth and glossy. This creates a rich ganache that will fill your tart.
  3. Slightly warm the peanut butter in the microwave for about 10 seconds, then whisk it into the melted chocolate ganache until fully integrated and smooth. You should have a thick, velvety mixture.
  4. Pour the chocolate-peanut butter ganache into the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even surface. Place the tart in the fridge and chill for at least 2 hours, or overnight, until set and glossy.
  5. Before serving, sprinkle flaky sea salt and chopped roasted peanuts over the top of the tart for added flavor and texture. Slice with a sharp knife, wiping the blade clean between cuts for neat slices.
  6. Enjoy the tart at room temperature to experience its full lusciousness and rich flavors. Savor each bite of the silky ganache and crunchy topping, celebrating a nostalgic treat elevated to elegance.