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How to make Heavenly Chocolate Pecan Tart — key cooking step

Heavenly Chocolate Pecan Tart

  • Author: Maxine Delarue
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in this rich and decadent chocolate pecan tart, perfect for any dessert lover. The combination of chocolate and crunchy pecans creates a heavenly experience.


Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 cups pecan halves

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 cup granulated sugar

4 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips


Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. In a bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, and salt.

3. In another bowl, cream the butter and powdered sugar until fluffy.

4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until combined.

5. Press the dough into a tart pan and bake for 10 minutes.

6. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla.

7. Stir in chocolate chips and pecans, then pour into the baked crust.

8. Bake for an additional 25 minutes or until set.

9. Let cool before serving.


Notes

Serve with whipped cream for an extra touch.

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: chocolate, pecan, tart, dessert