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Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart

This Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart features a crisp, buttery graham cracker crust layered with a creamy, salty peanut butter filling and topped with a glossy dark chocolate ganache. The combination of textures—from the crumbly base to the smooth filling and rich topping—creates a decadent dessert that balances bold flavors and nostalgic comfort in every bite.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs or digestive biscuit crumbs
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt optional, to enhance flavor
  • 1 cup peanut butter creamy and natural
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 oz dark chocolate 70% cocoa or higher, chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream cold

Equipment

  • 9-inch tart pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Oven
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Mix the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and salt until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  2. Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch tart pan to form the crust.
  3. Bake the crust in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 10 minutes, until fragrant and slightly golden.
  4. While the crust cools, warm the peanut butter slightly so it’s easier to spread. Mix it with honey and vanilla until smooth.
  5. Spread the creamy peanut butter mixture evenly over the cooled crust, then place the tart in the fridge for 15 minutes to set.
  6. Heat the heavy cream just until it begins to simmer, then pour it over the chopped dark chocolate in a bowl.
  7. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until the ganache is smooth and glossy, with a deep chocolate aroma.
  8. Pour the ganache over the chilled peanut butter layer, spreading evenly with a spatula.
  9. Chill the tart in the fridge for at least 2 hours, until the ganache is firm and shiny.
  10. Before serving, sprinkle with chopped peanuts or drizzle with melted chocolate for decoration.
  11. Slice with a sharp knife, wiping it clean between cuts for neat pieces, and enjoy this rich, nostalgic dessert.