Chocolate Peanut Butter Pecan Tart

Peanut butter was invented in the late 19th century by a doctor who was trying to find a protein source for his patients with poor teeth.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 105 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Pecan Tart

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 45 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Chocolate cookie crumbs
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup Cream cheese, softened
• 0.75 cup Smooth peanut butter
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
• 0.5 cup Chopped pecans
• 0.5 cup Whipped cream
• 2 tablespoon Chocolate shavings

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a tart pan.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, peanut butter, and powdered sugar until smooth. Spread the mixture over the crust.
3. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until simmering. Remove from heat and add the chopped chocolate. Stir until melted and smooth.
4. Pour the chocolate ganache over the peanut butter layer in the tart pan.
5. Sprinkle the chopped pecans on top.
6. Refrigerate the tart for at least 1 hour to set.
7. Before serving, garnish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30g47%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 25g

Protein 7g15%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.