Simple Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Tart Recipe
This Simple Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Tart combines a rich, cocoa-infused chocolate crust with a smooth, spiced pumpkin filling, creating the perfect balance of deep chocolate flavor and autumnal warmth. Ideal for fall gatherings or as a delightfully different dessert, this tart is easy to make and sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chocolate Crust
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened dark cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup white sugar
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Pumpkin Filling
- 1 can (15 oz) pure pumpkin
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Spray a 9-inch round tart pan with a removable bottom with non-stick cooking spray to ensure easy release after baking, then set aside.
- Make the Chocolate Crust: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, unsweetened dark cocoa powder, white sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Create a well in the center and pour in the melted butter. Stir until a crumbly dough forms, using your hands to evenly distribute the butter for best results.
- Press and Bake the Crust: Press the dough evenly into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared tart pan. Place the pan on a baking sheet and bake at 425°F for 10 minutes until the crust slightly bubbles. Remove and cool for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the Pumpkin Filling: Whisk together the pure pumpkin, sweetened condensed milk, egg, pumpkin pie spice, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt in a clean bowl until smooth and fully combined.
- Fill and Bake the Tart: Pour the pumpkin filling into the cooled chocolate crust. Bake at 425°F for 10 minutes, then reduce the heat to 350°F and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until the filling is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Check early to avoid overbaking.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the tart to cool in the pan for at least 1 hour for the filling to set completely. Serve with whipped cream if desired for an extra touch of indulgence.
Notes
- Use a tart pan with a removable bottom for easy serving and a clean presentation.
- Be careful not to overbake the pumpkin filling; check early to maintain a moist texture.
- For best flavor, allow the tart to cool fully so the filling sets properly.
- Whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar make excellent garnishes to complement the tart’s flavors.
- Substitute pumpkin pie spice with a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves if unavailable.
Keywords: dark chocolate pumpkin tart, pumpkin dessert, chocolate tart, fall dessert, easy pumpkin tart
