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Simple Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Tart

Indulge in Simple Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Tart Bliss

This Simple Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Tart combines rich chocolate and spiced pumpkin for a delicious twist on dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened dark cocoa powder no substitutes recommended
  • 1/4 cup white sugar can replace with brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt sea salt can be used as an alternative
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted; can substitute with coconut oil
For the Filling
  • 1 can pure pumpkin canned; fresh sugar pie pumpkins can be used
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk evaporated milk can be used as a substitute
  • 1 large egg can use a flax egg for vegan option
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice or mix individual spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt standard table salt can be used

Equipment

  • 9-inch tart pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • oven

Method
 

Crust Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) while greasing a 9-inch tart pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, unsweetened dark cocoa powder, white sugar, and kosher salt.
  3. Pour in the melted unsalted butter and mix until crumbly.
  4. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom and sides of the tart pan.
  5. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool completely.
Filling Preparation
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the pure pumpkin, sweetened condensed milk, large egg, pumpkin pie spice, and kosher salt until smooth.
Assembling and Baking
  1. Once the crust has cooled, pour the pumpkin filling into the crust, spreading it evenly.
  2. Bake at 425°F for 10 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes.
  3. When a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, your tart is ready.
Cooling
  1. Allow the tart to cool in the pan for at least 1 hour before removing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Can be made ahead of time for convenience.

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