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Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart

This chocolate peanut butter tart features a buttery, crisp crust layered with a glossy, rich ganache infused with deep dark chocolate. Topped with creamy peanut butter and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, it offers a luscious, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors. The final appearance is a shiny, smooth surface with crunchy and creamy accents, making it as beautiful as it is indulgent.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g digestive biscuits or graham crackers crushed into fine crumbs
  • 100 g unsalted butter melted
  • 200 g dark chocolate (70%) chopped
  • 150 ml heavy cream or coconut cream
  • 150 g peanut butter smooth or chunky
  • a pinch sea salt flaky, for topping

Equipment

  • springform pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Knife dipped in hot water

Method
 

  1. Place the crushed biscuits in a mixing bowl and pour in the melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand. Press this mixture firmly into the base of a buttered springform pan, creating an even layer. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 10 minutes until lightly golden, then set aside to cool.
  2. Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over just simmering heat until you see tiny bubbles around the edges. Pour the hot cream over the chopped dark chocolate in a mixing bowl and let sit for 2 minutes to soften. Then, gently stir with a spatula until smooth, glossy, and velvety — the ganache should be thick but pourable.
  3. Pour the ganache over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Allow it to set at room temperature for about 15 minutes, then transfer to the fridge and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight until firm and glossy.
  4. Once the ganache is set, spread a generous layer of peanut butter on top using a spatula, creating a smooth, even surface. Return the tart to the fridge for about 30 minutes to help the peanut butter firm up slightly.
  5. Just before serving, sprinkle flaky sea salt over the top for a salty crunch, and add chopped peanuts if desired for extra texture. Use a hot knife dipped in warm water to slice cleanly through the tart, revealing the rich layers inside.