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Chocolate Pistachio Ganache Tart

Chocolate Pistachio Ganache Tart Recipe
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Indulge in the exquisite delight of our Chocolate Pistachio Ganache Tart, a dessert that marries rich chocolate with the unique flavor of pistachios. This impressive tart features a crunchy cocoa pastry shell layered with a decadent ganache and smooth pistachio cream, making it perfect for any occasion, from cozy weeknight treats to festive gatherings. Each bite offers a heavenly combination of textures and flavors that will leave your guests in awe. Best of all, this recipe comes together easily, allowing you to focus on enjoying the moment rather than stressing in the kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups (150g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (30g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/3 cup (40g) powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1–2 tablespoons cold milk (as needed)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
  • 100g dark chocolate (at least 60%), chopped
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (130g) shelled unsalted pistachios (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) whole milk
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
  • 100g dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Chopped or whole roasted pistachios

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add egg yolk and milk as needed to form dough. Chill for 30 minutes.
  2. Roll out dough and press into a tart pan. Blind bake for 25 minutes; let cool.
  3. For the bottom ganache, heat cream until shimmering, pour over chopped chocolate, stir until smooth; chill for 30 minutes.
  4. Blend pistachios with milk until smooth; cook with heavy cream, sugar, cornstarch until thickened. Fold in roasted pistachios and spread over chilled ganache; chill again for 30–45 minutes.
  5. Prepare top ganache similarly as before; pour over pistachio layer and chill for at least an hour before serving.

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