Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart
This luscious tart combines a buttery crust with a silky chocolate and peanut butter filling, topped with crunchy peanuts and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. The process involves baking the crust, melting chocolate, and chilling the filling to achieve a shiny, firm surface. It’s a decadent dessert that offers a rich, textured experience with each bite.
Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 2 hours hrs 30 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, French-inspired
Servings 8
Calories 520 kcal
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs or digestive biscuits, crushed finely
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 200 g dark chocolate 70% cacao, chopped
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter smooth variety
- 1 cup peanuts crushed or chopped for topping
- flaKY sea salt for sprinkling on top
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan, creating an even crust. Bake for 10 minutes until golden, then set aside to cool completely.
Place the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Melt it gently over a double boiler or in short bursts in the microwave, stirring until smooth and glossy. The chocolate should be warm but not hot to prevent seizing.
Warm the peanut butter slightly in the microwave or over a hot water bath so it becomes pourable and smooth. Add the warm peanut butter to the melted chocolate and stir together until the mixture is glossy and well combined. The aroma should be rich and inviting.
Pour the chocolate and peanut butter mixture over the cooled crust, using a spatula to spread it evenly and smooth the top. The filling should look shiny and velvety as it settles into the crust.
Sprinkle the crushed peanuts evenly over the top of the filling for added crunch and flavor. Finish with a light sprinkle of flaky sea salt to enhance the sweet and salty contrast.
Place the tart in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours, or until the filling is firm and shiny. This allows the flavors to meld and the surface to set beautifully.
Once set, carefully remove the tart from the springform pan. Slice with a sharp knife, wiping the blade clean between cuts for neat slices. Serve chilled, and enjoy the rich, creamy texture with crunchy topping.
Keyword chocolate, dessert, peanut butter, tart