Chocolate Walnut Tart

Health score
2%
Chocolate Walnut Tart
45 min.
12
383kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with a delightful Chocolate Walnut Tart that is sure to impress your family and friends! This rich and decadent dessert combines the deep flavors of bittersweet chocolate with the satisfying crunch of walnut halves, creating a perfect harmony of textures and tastes. With just 45 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up this elegant treat that serves 12, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, celebrations, or simply a cozy night in.

The tart features a buttery, flaky crust that cradles a luscious filling, blending the sweetness of brown sugar and corn syrup with the richness of eggs and chocolate. Each bite is a delightful experience, offering a balance of sweetness and nuttiness that will leave everyone craving more. Plus, with a caloric breakdown that includes a good mix of protein, fat, and carbohydrates, you can enjoy this dessert without the guilt!

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this Chocolate Walnut Tart is easy to make and requires minimal equipment. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a show-stopping dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this irresistible tart that is sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire!

Ingredients

  • ounces bittersweet chocolate finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar packed
  • tablespoons butter at room temperature ()
  • 0.5 cup light-colored corn syrup 
  • large eggs lightly beaten
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • 15 ounce pie dough refrigerated (such as Pillsbury)
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • cup walnut halves 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • tart form

Directions

  1. Arrange 1 rack in lower third of oven. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Combine brown sugar, flour, and salt in a medium heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring well with a whisk. Stir in corn syrup, and bring mixture to a boil. Cook for 1 minute, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves.
  3. Remove from heat.
  4. Add butter and chocolate; stir with a whisk until smooth. Cool to room temperature; stir in walnuts, vanilla, and eggs.
  5. Fit pie dough into a 9-inch round removable-bottom tart pan coated with cooking spray, pressing dough into the bottom and up the sides of the pan.
  6. Spoon walnut mixture into prepared crust.
  7. Bake on bottom oven rack at 350 for 33 minutes or until set. Cool for 20 minutes in pan on a wire rack.
  8. Remove sides of tart pan; slide tart onto a serving platter.
  9. Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories383kcal
Protein6.11%
Fat51.43%
Carbs42.46%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.67
Glycemic Load
2.9
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
7.5391304091267%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:383.49kcal
19.17%
Fat:22.34g
34.37%
Saturated Fat:7.16g
44.77%
Carbohydrates:41.49g
13.83%
Net Carbohydrates:39.16g
14.24%
Sugar:20.64g
22.93%
Cholesterol:52.08mg
17.36%
Sodium:237.84mg
10.34%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.08%
100%
Caffeine:8.13mg
2.71%
Protein:5.97g
11.95%
Manganese:0.63mg
31.56%
Copper:0.31mg
15.67%
Iron:2.12mg
11.8%
Phosphorus:110.73mg
11.07%
Selenium:7.75µg
11.07%
Folate:42.65µg
10.66%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.47%
Magnesium:39.89mg
9.97%
Fiber:2.33g
9.32%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.46%
Zinc:0.95mg
6.32%
Vitamin B3:1.24mg
6.18%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.89%
Potassium:158.63mg
4.53%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.35%
Calcium:36.86mg
3.69%
Vitamin K:3.74µg
3.56%
Vitamin E:0.47mg
3.15%
Vitamin A:132.84IU
2.66%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.2%
Vitamin D:0.25µg
1.67%
Source:My Recipes