Chocolate and Coconut Pecan Tart

Health score
2%
Chocolate and Coconut Pecan Tart
45 min.
16
382kcal

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Welcome to a decadent journey of flavors with our Chocolate and Coconut Pecan Tart! This delightful dessert, perfect for gatherings or a casual afternoon treat, combines the rich, luxurious taste of semisweet chocolate with the tropical sweetness of shredded coconut and the satisfying crunch of toasted pecans. Not only is it a feast for the senses, but it also presents an inviting appearance that will leave your guests in awe.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a stunning tart that serves up to 16 people, making it an ideal choice for parties or celebrations. This recipe is a harmonious blend of textures, featuring a crumbly, chocolatey crust that perfectly contrasts with the smooth, gooey filling that's packed with flavor. Each bite will transport you to dessert paradise, especially when you savor the velvety chocolate border sprinkled with toasted coconut on top!

With a moderate calorie count of 382 kcal per serving, this tart is not only indulgent but also a sensible choice for those who want to indulge without stepping too far off the healthy path. So, whether you enjoy it after dinner, at a family gathering, or simply as a treat for yourself, our Chocolate and Coconut Pecan Tart is sure to impress and satisfy any sweet tooth. Grab your ingredients and let’s get baking!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups flour 
  • cup plus light
  • large egg yolk 
  • large eggs 
  • 0.8 cup brown sugar packed ()
  • ounces pecans toasted
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces semisweet chocolate chips miniature
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted melted ()
  • tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 0.8 cup coconut shredded unsweetened
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • aluminum foil
  • spatula
  • tart form

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Whisk flour, cocoa, sugar, and salt in large bowl to blend.
  3. Add butter; rub in with fingertips until mixture resembles coarse meal.
  4. Whisk yolks in small bowl to blend; add to flour mixture. Stir until moist clumps form. Gather dough into ball; press over bottom and up sides of 11-inch-diameter tart pan with removable bottom.
  5. Bake crust until set, about 15 minutes. Cool while preparing filling. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F.
  6. Blend corn syrup, sugar, and butter in medium bowl.
  7. Whisk in eggs, vanilla, and salt. Stir in 1/2 cup chocolate chips, 3/4 cup coconut, and pecans.
  8. Pour filling into prepared crust.
  9. Bake tart until filling is set and golden brown on top, about 40 minutes.
  10. Place tart on rack.
  11. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup chocolate chips evenly around edge of warm tart.
  12. Let stand just until chips soften, about 5 minutes. Using small spatula, spread chocolate to form 1-inch border around edge of tart.
  13. Sprinkle chocolate border with remaining 3 tablespoons coconut. Cool completely. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover loosely with foil; let stand at room temperature.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories382kcal
Protein5.24%
Fat46.44%
Carbs48.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.88
Glycemic Load
11.81
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.3565216990917%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.33mg
Delphinidin
0.9mg
Catechin
2.11mg
Epigallocatechin
0.7mg
Epicatechin
3.78mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.29mg
Quercetin
0.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:381.61kcal
19.08%
Fat:20.57g
31.65%
Saturated Fat:8.09g
50.57%
Carbohydrates:48.16g
16.05%
Net Carbohydrates:44.4g
16.15%
Sugar:34.38g
38.2%
Cholesterol:66.09mg
22.03%
Sodium:70.54mg
3.07%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.24%
100%
Caffeine:13.46mg
4.49%
Protein:5.23g
10.46%
Manganese:0.98mg
49.12%
Copper:0.42mg
20.93%
Selenium:10.81µg
15.44%
Fiber:3.76g
15.05%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.44%
Magnesium:52.08mg
13.02%
Phosphorus:125.54mg
12.55%
Iron:2.23mg
12.41%
Zinc:1.41mg
9.41%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.5%
Folate:32.88µg
8.22%
Potassium:206.68mg
5.91%
Vitamin B3:1.02mg
5.08%
Vitamin B5:0.45mg
4.55%
Calcium:40.85mg
4.08%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.9%
Vitamin A:182.17IU
3.64%
Vitamin E:0.5mg
3.33%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.5%
Vitamin D:0.36µg
2.37%
Vitamin K:1.59µg
1.51%
Source:Epicurious