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Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart Recipe

Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of a Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart. This decadent dessert features a crumbly chocolate cookie crust, a luscious peanut butter filling, and a silky chocolate ganache topping. Perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings!


Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream, divided

For the Ganache Topping:

  • 8 ounces semisweet or dark chocolate, chopped
  • Flaky sea salt for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter, press into a tart pan, and bake.
  2. Make the Filling: Combine peanut butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Whip cream and fold into the peanut butter mixture. Spread into the cooled crust.
  3. Prepare the Ganache: Heat cream, pour over chopped chocolate, and stir until smooth. Pour over the peanut butter filling.
  4. Chill and Serve: Chill the tart for at least 2 hours, garnish with sea salt if desired, and serve.

Notes

  • For added texture, sprinkle chopped peanuts on top before chilling.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake (with baked crust)
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 160mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 16g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg