If you’re having a bad day… just make a chocolate almond tart. Seriously, this rich and luscious dessert has the power to turn any mood around. It’s simple, indulgent, and guaranteed to put a smile on your face with every bite.
What makes this tart so special? The buttery, crumbly crust combined with velvety dark chocolate and the crunch of toasted almonds creates a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you’re treating yourself or sharing with friends, this tart is a winner. And the best part? You can even bake it in a square pan and cut it into bite-sized squares for an easy-to-serve treat.
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 7 graham crackers
- 3 digestive cookies
- 1 Tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 2 ounces butter (room temperature)
Video tutorial here Chocolate Almond Tart
For the Filling:
- 12 ounces dark bittersweet chocolate
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup almonds (for decoration)
Instructions:
- Toast the Almonds: In a dry non-stick skillet, toast 1/4 cup of almonds until golden brown and fragrant. Set aside.
- Prepare the Crust: In a food processor, combine the graham crackers, digestive cookies, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and sliced almonds. Blend until fine crumbs form. Add the butter and blend again for about 20 seconds until the mixture holds together.
- Bake the Crust: Press the mixture into a lightly buttered springform pan, ensuring an even layer. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 14 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool.
- Make the Ganache Filling: In a saucepan, heat the cream and honey together over medium heat. Remove from heat just before it starts to boil. Pour the warm mixture over the chocolate and stir gently until smooth and fully melted.
- Assemble the Tart: Pour the chocolate ganache into the cooled crust. Give the pan a gentle shake to even out the filling.
- Decorate & Chill: Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the top (or decorate with anything you like!). Place in the refrigerator for 4-5 hours to set.
4.Serve & Enjoy: Once set, remove from the pan, slice, and enjoy the pure bliss of chocolatey goodness. Silence… smile… savour every bite.
Whether it’s a celebration or just a little self-care, this Chocolate Almond Tart is the perfect way to indulge. Enjoy!
