No-Bake Chocolate Tart with Pistachio Paste
This No-Bake Chocolate Tart with Pistachio Paste is a luxurious, easy-to-make dessert that combines creamy chocolate ganache with the rich, nutty flavor of pistachios. With a buttery, crunchy crust and a velvety filling, it’s a perfect dessert for any occasion, offering a sophisticated twist on traditional chocolate tarts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup crushed pistachios (unsalted)
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- For the Pistachio Paste:
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios (unsalted)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon water (or more as needed)
- For the Chocolate Filling:
- 8 oz dark chocolate (chopped)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Make the Crust: In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, crushed pistachios, melted butter, and sugar. Stir until the mixture is well combined and holds together when pressed. Press the mixture into the bottom and sides of a tart pan. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set.
- Make the Pistachio Paste: In a food processor, combine the pistachios, honey, and water. Process until smooth, adding more water if necessary to reach a paste-like consistency.
- Prepare the Chocolate Filling: In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the cream is just about to simmer. Pour the hot cream mixture over the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes, then whisk until smooth and glossy.
- Assemble the Tart: Spread a thin layer of pistachio paste over the chilled tart crust. Pour the warm chocolate filling on top, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Chill the tart in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until the chocolate is fully set.
- Serve: Once set, remove the tart from the pan and slice it. Garnish with extra chopped pistachios or a sprinkle of sea salt if desired. Serve chilled.
Notes
- You can substitute the pistachios with other nuts, such as almonds or hazelnuts, for a different flavor.
- If the chocolate filling seems too thick, you can add a little more cream to reach your desired consistency.
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream and dairy-free chocolate.
