Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Tart
Indulge in the heavenly Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Tart, where rich chocolate meets crunchy pecans and a touch of bourbon. This luscious dessert features a flaky cocoa crust filled with a gooey chocolate mixture, making it perfect for special occasions or cozy nights at home. Simple ingredients and straightforward steps ensure that bakers of all levels can create this delightful tart, leaving everyone craving more with each decadent slice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup toasted pecans (chopped)
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, brown sugar, and salt. Add cold butter and blend until crumbly.
- Press mixture into a tart pan evenly across the bottom and up the sides. Prick with a fork and bake for 15 minutes until set.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and bourbon until smooth. Stir in chopped pecans.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust and spread evenly. Bake for an additional 30-35 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing and serving with whipped cream or ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - Substitute pecans with walnuts for a different crunch. - Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking for an extra flavor boost. - For richer taste, use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet.