Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart

From Pascha's Kitchen

Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Pascha's Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart. This decadent dessert features a harmonious blend of smooth peanut butter and Pascha's 55% Semi-Sweet Dark Chocolate, all nestled within a gluten-free graham cracker crust. Perfect for special occasions or as a luxurious treat, this tart is both dairy-free and gluten-free, catering to a variety of dietary preferences.

Techniques Used:

1. Creating the Gluten-Free Crust:

  • Mixing: Combine finely crushed gluten-free graham crackers with melted coconut oil and a pinch of Himalayan pink salt to achieve a cohesive mixture.
  • Forming the Crust: Press the mixture firmly into a tart pan, ensuring an even layer across the base and up the sides.
  • Baking: Bake the crust at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes to set its structure and enhance its flavor.

2. Preparing the Chocolate-Peanut Butter Ganache:

  • Melting: In a heatproof bowl, melt Pascha's 55% Semi-Sweet Dark Chocolate Chips with a small amount of coconut oil until smooth and glossy.
  • Incorporating Peanut Butter: Stir creamy peanut butter into the melted chocolate mixture until fully combined, creating a rich ganache.
  • Assembling: Pour the ganache over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly. Refrigerate the tart to allow the ganache to set firmly.

3. Crafting the Peanut Butter Cream Cheese Filling:

  • Blending: In a mixing bowl, combine dairy-free cream cheese, creamy peanut butter, grain-free powdered sugar, and pure vanilla extract. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  • Setting: Spread the filling over the chilled ganache layer, creating an even surface. Place the tart in the freezer for approximately 20 minutes to allow the filling to firm up.

4. Adding Decorative Drizzles:

  • Peanut Butter Drizzle: Melt creamy peanut butter with a small amount of coconut oil to achieve a pourable consistency. Using a spoon, drizzle half of this mixture over the top of the tart.
  • Chocolate-Peanut Butter Drizzle: Incorporate melted Pascha chocolate into the remaining peanut butter mixture to create a chocolate-infused drizzle. Artfully drizzle this over the tart for an elegant finish.

5. Final Touches:

  • Garnishing: Enhance the tart's appearance and flavor by adding decorations such as mini peanut butter cups or chocolate morsels on top.
  • Chilling: Refrigerate the assembled tart for an additional 20 minutes to ensure all layers are set before serving.

Why You'll Love This Recipe:

  • Decadent Flavor Combination: The classic pairing of chocolate and peanut butter is elevated in this tart, offering a rich and satisfying taste experience.
  • Dietary-Friendly: Designed to be both dairy-free and gluten-free, this dessert accommodates various dietary needs without compromising on flavor or texture.
  • Elegant Presentation: The layered composition and decorative drizzles make this tart a visually stunning centerpiece for any dessert table.
  • Simple Preparation: With straightforward steps and readily available ingredients, creating this gourmet dessert at home is both achievable and rewarding.

Delight in the luxurious taste and texture of Pascha's Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart, a dessert that promises to impress both the palate and the eyes.

For a visual guide on preparing this delectable tart, see the video at the bottom of the recipe.

This recipe was created by _trust_your_gut as part of Pascha's Bake Off Competition.

Ingredients

Crust

  • 2 cups Honey Cinnamon Sweet Thins (Simple Mills), finely crushed
  • 4 tbsp Coconut Oil
  • 1/4 tsp Himalayan Pink Salt

Ganache

Filling

  • 1 cup Kite Hill Cream Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
  • 1/2 cup Grain-free Powdered Sugar
  • 1 1/4 tbsp Pure Vanilla Extract

Decoration

Instructions

  1. Mix crushed graham crackers with coconut oil and salt
  2. Press firmly into a tart pan and bake for 15 minutes
  3. Melt chocolate and coconut oil to create ganache
  4. Add peanut butter to chocolate and pour over cooled crust
  5. Allow to set in refrigerator
  6. Create filling by mixing Kite Hill cream cheese, vanilla, peanut butter, and vanilla
  7. Allow to set in freezer for 20 minutes
  8. melt peanut butter and coconut oil to create drizzle
  9. Use a spoon to drizzle half on top
  10. Add melted chocolate to the remaining peanut butter and drizzle on top
  11. Use peanut utter cups and morsels for decorating
  12. Refrigerate for 20 minutes before serving 

 

 

 

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