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Chocolate Pistachio Ganache Tart

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Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of our Chocolate Pistachio Ganache Tart Recipe. This elegant dessert features a delicate cocoa pastry shell, a silky dark chocolate ganache layer, and a creamy pistachio filling, all topped with a glossy finish. Perfect for any occasion, this tart not only captivates the palate but also serves as a stunning centerpiece. Rich in flavor yet surprisingly easy to prepare, it’s an impressive dessert that will leave your guests asking for seconds. With the delightful combination of nutty pistachios and luscious chocolate, this dessert is sure to become a favorite in your collection.

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
  • Pinch of salt
  • 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. Prepare the tart shell by mixing flour, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and salt. Blend in cold butter until crumbly. Add egg yolk and enough cold milk to form dough. Chill for 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out dough and press it into a tart pan. Blind bake for 25 minutes; cool completely.
  3. For the bottom ganache layer, heat cream and pour over chopped chocolate; stir until smooth. Chill in the tart shell until set.
  4. Blend pistachios with milk until smooth; cook with heavy cream, sugar, and cornstarch until thickened. Cool slightly before folding in whole pistachios. Spread over ganache layer; chill again.
  5. Prepare the top ganache by heating cream and mixing with chocolate and butter; pour over the pistachio layer. Chill before serving.

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