Description
Silky dark chocolate pumpkin tart combines autumnal richness with deep cocoa notes. Seasonal spices and luxurious chocolate layers create a dessert that welcomes you to savor each indulgent bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 oz / 425 g) pure pumpkin
- 1 (14 oz / 397 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup dark cocoa powder
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Crust Preparation: Thoroughly combine flour, dark cocoa powder, sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl, eliminating any lumps. Create a central well and integrate melted butter until the mixture achieves a crumbly consistency.
- Pan Setup: Coat a 9-inch round tart pan with non-stick spray. Firmly press the chocolate dough into the pan’s bottom and sides, ensuring uniform thickness and complete coverage.
- Initial Baking: Position the tart pan on a baking sheet and bake at 425°F for 10 minutes, developing a slight crust firmness. Remove and allow to cool for 10 minutes.
- Filling Creation: Whisk pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, egg, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until achieving a smooth, streak-free mixture.
- Filling and Final Baking: Pour the pumpkin mixture into the pre-baked chocolate crust, distributing evenly. Bake at 425°F for 10 minutes, then reduce temperature to 350°F and continue baking for 25-30 minutes.
- Cooling and Finishing: Remove from oven and verify doneness with a clean toothpick insertion. Cool completely for one hour to allow filling to set. Optionally garnish with whipped cream before serving.
Notes
- Prevent Crust Cracking: Avoid overmixing the chocolate crust dough to maintain a tender, flaky texture that won’t crumble or break during baking.
- Temperature Control Matters: Use an oven thermometer to ensure precise temperature, as accurate heat is crucial for achieving the perfect crust and smooth filling.
- Achieve Smooth Filling: Whisk pumpkin mixture thoroughly to eliminate streaks, creating a silky-smooth consistency that guarantees a professional-looking tart.
- Cooling is Crucial: Let the tart rest completely for one hour, allowing the filling to set properly and flavors to meld, resulting in a more delicious and structurally sound dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 37 mg