Cashew-Coconut Tart in Chocolate Crust

Health score
3%
Cashew-Coconut Tart in Chocolate Crust
45 min.
14
493kcal

Suggestions


If you're looking for a decadent dessert that perfectly blends rich flavors and textures, look no further than this Cashew-Coconut Tart in a Chocolate Crust. It's the ultimate indulgence for anyone who loves the combination of creamy, nutty, and chocolatey goodness. The buttery, cocoa-infused crust is the perfect base for a luscious filling made with lightly salted roasted cashews, sweetened coconut, and a touch of warm ginger. The sweet caramel-like filling, enhanced with pure maple syrup, creates a delightful contrast against the dark chocolate coating on the crust.

Not only does this tart taste heavenly, but it also looks absolutely stunning. The chocolate glaze drizzled on top gives it a touch of elegance that’s perfect for any special occasion or just a sweet treat to enjoy with friends and family. With its unique flavor profile and rich, satisfying texture, this dessert is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. It’s easy to make, but it will leave everyone thinking you’ve spent hours in the kitchen. So why wait? Treat yourself to this irresistible dessert that's guaranteed to impress!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 cups flour 
  • 10 tablespoons butter unsalted diced chilled ()
  • cup t brown sugar dark packed ()
  • 1.5 tablespoons ginger fresh peeled finely chopped
  • cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 1.5 tablespoons water 
  • 0.3 cup maple syrup pure
  • cups roasted cashews salted canned
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt generous ()
  • ounces bittersweet chocolate unsweetened chopped (not )
  • 0.7 cup sugar 
  • cup coconut sweetened flaked
  • 0.5 cup cocoa powder unsweetened

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • kitchen thermometer
  • microwave
  • tart form
  • candy thermometer

Directions

  1. Spray 11-inch-diameter tart pan with removable bottom with nonstick spray. Blend flour, sugar, cocoa, and salt in processor 5 seconds.
  2. Add butter and blend until moist sandy texture forms.
  3. Add 1 1/2 tablespoons ice water and blend until dough comes together. Press dough evenly onto bottom and up sides of prepared pan. Chill crust 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  5. Place crust on baking sheet.
  6. Bake crust until dry-looking and slightly puffed, about 18 minutes. Cool crust on rack completely. Maintain oven temperature.
  7. Bring brown sugar, cream, maple syrup, and ginger to boil in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat, whisking gently until sugar dissolves. Attach candy thermometer to side of pan. Adjust heat to maintain low boil; cook until thermometer registers 222°F, whisking occasionally, about 8 minutes.
  8. Mix in cashews and coconut. Cool 20 minutes.
  9. Place chopped chocolate in small microwave-safe bowl. Cook at medium setting in 15-second intervals until soft and beginning to melt. Stir until completely melted and smooth.
  10. Brush enough chocolate over inside of crust to coat completely. Freeze crust until chocolate is cold and hard, about 15 minutes (reserve remaining melted chocolate for garnish).
  11. Pour filling into crust.
  12. Place tart on rimmed baking sheet.
  13. Bake until filling is beginning to darken on top and is bubbling thickly, about 35 minutes.
  14. Transfer tart to rack. Cool completely. Remelt reserved chocolate in microwave.
  15. Drizzle chocolate over tart in lacy pattern. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; store at room temperature.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories493kcal
Protein4.8%
Fat51.68%
Carbs43.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.04
Glycemic Load
14.71
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
11.215217493798%

Flavonoids

Catechin
1.99mg
Epicatechin
6.03mg
Quercetin
0.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:493.46kcal
24.67%
Fat:29.46g
45.33%
Saturated Fat:14.94g
93.37%
Carbohydrates:55.83g
18.61%
Net Carbohydrates:52.38g
19.05%
Sugar:36.87g
40.97%
Cholesterol:41.32mg
13.77%
Sodium:197.02mg
8.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:15.77mg
5.26%
Protein:6.16g
12.32%
Manganese:0.74mg
36.86%
Copper:0.72mg
36.24%
Magnesium:94.34mg
23.58%
Phosphorus:176.04mg
17.6%
Iron:3mg
16.66%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.26%
Fiber:3.45g
13.8%
Selenium:9.2µg
13.15%
Zinc:1.81mg
12.04%
Vitamin A:504.86IU
10.1%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.5%
Folate:36.31µg
9.08%
Potassium:308.54mg
8.82%
Vitamin K:8.88µg
8.45%
Vitamin B3:1.17mg
5.86%
Calcium:56.67mg
5.67%
Vitamin E:0.64mg
4.27%
Vitamin B5:0.41mg
4.1%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.89%
Vitamin D:0.42µg
2.81%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.04%
Source:Epicurious