Description
This Chocolate Coconut Almond Tart is a decadent dessert with a crunchy almond-coconut crust and a smooth, rich chocolate ganache filling. Naturally gluten-free and easy to prepare, it’s an elegant treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups shredded unsweetened coconut
- 1 cup almond flour
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- Pinch of salt
- 1 1/4 cups dark chocolate (chopped or chips)
- 3/4 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Sliced almonds (for topping, optional)
- Toasted coconut flakes (for topping, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded coconut, almond flour, salt, maple syrup or honey, and melted coconut oil. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a tart pan. Use the back of a spoon to pack it evenly.
- Bake the crust for 10–12 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool completely.
- While the crust is cooling, heat the coconut milk in a saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Do not boil.
- Pour the hot coconut milk over the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for 1 minute, then stir until smooth and glossy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Pour the chocolate ganache into the cooled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate the tart for 2–3 hours or until the ganache is firm.
- Before serving, garnish with sliced almonds and toasted coconut flakes if desired.
Notes
Use almond extract instead of vanilla for a stronger nutty flavor.Sprinkle sea salt on top for contrast.To make it vegan, use maple syrup and dairy-free chocolate.For added flavor and texture, mix in chopped dried fruit like cherries or dates into the crust.This tart freezes well; wrap tightly and thaw in the fridge before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg