Chocolate Ganache Tart

Chocolate Ganache Tart

8 servings
This deceptively simple chocolate tart features a press-in nut crust that requires zero dough-making skills and also happens to be gluten-free. (You can also swap in any nut you want, it’s versatile.) This recipe is from Montreal’s cozy-cool coffee-pizza-wine restaurant Elena.

Ingredients

  • unsalted butter

    plus more room temperature for pan

    4 tbsp
  • mixed raw nuts
    2 ½ c
  • sugar
    6 tbsp
  • kosher salt
    ¾ tsp
  • bittersweet chocolate
    12 oz
  • heavy cream
    2 c
  • unsalted butter

    room temperature, cut into 1" pieces

    6 tbsp
  • Flaky sea salt
  • A 12"-diameter tart pan with removable bottom

Directions

  1. 1

    Place a rack in middle of oven; preheat to 350°. Lightly butter pan; line with a round of parchment paper cut to fit just inside pan. Pulse nuts in a food processor until finely chopped. Add sugar and salt and pulse again to combine. Drizzle in melted butter and pulse until nuts begin to clump together and mixture looks sandy. Using your hands, firmly and evenly press mixture into bottom and up sides of pan (it doesn’t need to come all the way up the sides). Bake crust until golden brown, 20–25 minutes. Let cool.

  2. 2

    Place chocolate in a medium bowl. Heat cream in a small saucepan until just beginning to simmer; immediately pour over chocolate. Let sit, undisturbed, 5 minutes. Add butter and mix with a heatproof rubber spatula until smooth and glossy. Scrape ganache into crust and smooth out any bubbles. Chill, uncovered, until set, at least 1 hour.

  3. 3

    Remove tart from pan; sprinkle sea salt over. Slice into wedges with a hot knife.

  4. 4

    Do Ahead: Tart can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and keep chilled.

Chocolate Ganache Tart

Chocolate Ganache Tart

8 servings

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About this Recipe

Indulge in the Ultimate Easy Chocolate Ganache Tart

Prepare to fall in love with this Chocolate Ganache Tart, a dessert that effortlessly combines gourmet taste with incredible ease. Straight from the renowned Montreal restaurant Elena, this recipe proves that impressive baking doesn't require complex techniques or hours in the kitchen. If you're searching for a show-stopping gluten-free dessert that's both rich and simple, your quest ends here.

What makes this chocolate tart truly special is its ingenious press-in nut crust. Forget about fussy doughs and rolling pins; this crust comes together in minutes and is naturally gluten-free. The beauty of it? You can use any combination of raw nuts you desire—think crunchy walnuts, buttery hazelnuts, vibrant pistachios, or classic almonds. This versatility makes it perfect for adapting to your pantry or personal preference, ideal for everything from everyday treats to special occasions like Passover.

Beneath that delightful crust lies a silky, intensely rich bittersweet chocolate ganache. Made with high-quality chocolate and heavy cream, it delivers a decadent experience that melts in your mouth. The contrast between the crunchy, earthy nut crust and the smooth, luxurious ganache creates a textural symphony that will have everyone asking for more. A sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top elevates the flavors, balancing the sweetness and adding a sophisticated touch to this already perfect easy dessert.

Serve this beautiful tart chilled or at room temperature. It's an ideal centerpiece for any gathering, proving that elegant baking can be surprisingly simple and incredibly rewarding.

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