Bittersweet Chocolate and Carob Ganache Tart with Malted Candy Brittle

Bittersweet Chocolate and Carob Ganache Tart with Malted Candy Brittle
45 min.
12
228kcal

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Indulge in the rich, luxurious flavors of our Bittersweet Chocolate and Carob Ganache Tart with Malted Candy Brittle. This stunning dessert is perfect for those who appreciate the perfect balance between bittersweet and sweet, with a unique twist that carob chips bring to the table. Not only is this tart a feast for the eyes, but it also tantalizes your taste buds with its creamy ganache filling and delightful hints of malt from the candy brittle.

Perfect for gatherings or special occasions, this tart serves twelve, making it an ideal centerpiece for your dessert table. The combination of bittersweet chocolate and carob creates an indulgent ganache that is simply irresistible. The buttery crust, baked to perfection, provides a sturdy yet delicate base that holds the luscious filling, while the malted candy brittle adds a satisfying crunch, creating a playful texture that contrasts beautifully with the smooth ganache.

Despite its gourmet appearance, this dessert is surprisingly easy to make, with a straightforward method that allows you to enjoy the process as much as the result. With a prep time of just 45 minutes and a chilling time that can be done ahead, you’ll have a show-stopping dessert ready for your friends and family in no time. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this exquisite tart that promises to satisfy any sweet tooth and leave your guests asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups flour 
  • ounces chocolate chips 
  • tablespoon butter room temperature
  • ounces carob chips 
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • large egg yolk 
  • cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 3.5 tablespoons sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Whisk flour, sugar, and 1 teaspooncoarse salt in large bowl to blend.
  2. Addbutter and rub in with fingertips untilcoarse meal forms. Stir cream and eggyolk in small bowl until blended; drizzleover flour mixture. Stir until dough comestogether in moist clumps. Gather doughinto ball; flatten into disk. Wrap and chillat least 1 hour and up to 1 day.
  3. Roll out dough on floured surface to12-inch round.
  4. Transfer to 9-inch tart panwith removable bottom.
  5. Cut off all but1/2-inch overhang. Fold overhang in andpress, forming double-thick sides. Piercebottom of crust with fork; chill 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line crust withfoil and fill with dried beans or pie weights.
  7. Bake until sides of crust are set, about20 minutes.
  8. Remove foil with beans andbake until crust is golden brown, 12 to 15minutes longer. Cool crust completely.
  9. Combine bittersweetchocolate and carob in medium bowl.Bring cream to simmer in heavy mediumsaucepan over medium heat.
  10. Pour creamover chips; let stand 1 minute. Stir untilmelted and smooth.
  11. Add butter and vanilla;stir to blend.
  12. Pour filling into cooled crust.Chill uncovered until firm, at least 4 hours.Chop brittle into rough 1/2-inch pieces.DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Coverbrittle, cover tart, and keep chilled. Bring toroom temperature before continuing.
  13. Remove tart from pan. Scatter brittleover tart and serve.
  14. * Carob chips are similar to chocolatechips. They are available at somesupermarkets and at specialty foods storesand natural foods stores.

Nutrition Facts

Calories228kcal
Protein6.25%
Fat51.64%
Carbs42.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.26
Glycemic Load
11.07
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.5299999914739%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:227.73kcal
11.39%
Fat:13.1g
20.15%
Saturated Fat:9.43g
58.95%
Carbohydrates:24.03g
8.01%
Net Carbohydrates:23.07g
8.39%
Sugar:8.98g
9.98%
Cholesterol:40.36mg
13.45%
Sodium:222.86mg
9.69%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.13%
100%
Protein:3.57g
7.14%
Selenium:7.46µg
10.65%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.56%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.73%
Folate:34.47µg
8.62%
Vitamin A:342.55IU
6.85%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.42%
Calcium:60.66mg
6.07%
Vitamin B3:1.08mg
5.42%
Iron:0.97mg
5.39%
Phosphorus:52.05mg
5.21%
Zinc:0.69mg
4.61%
Fiber:0.96g
3.84%
Potassium:127.47mg
3.64%
Vitamin E:0.48mg
3.19%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.69%
Vitamin D:0.39µg
2.63%
Copper:0.05mg
2.61%
Magnesium:10.05mg
2.51%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.86%
Vitamin K:1.86µg
1.78%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.68%
Source:Epicurious