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Hazelnut Chocolate Tart with Candied Hazelnuts

A chocolate lover’s dream dessert, this Hazelnut Chocolate Tart Recipe with Candies Hazelnuts is made with a nutty Oreo crust and a rich dark chocolate filling. Top it with candied hazelnuts and flakey salt for a flavor combination that tastes gourmet!
Prep Time20 minutes
Chill Time10 hours
Total Time10 hours 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate, chocolate dessert, chocolate tart, chocolate tart recipe, dessert, tart
Servings: 12 servings
Author: Food Dolls

Ingredients

For the Oreo Crust:

  • 22 Oreo cookies
  • 1/3 cup toasted hazelnuts
  • 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Ganache Filling:

  • 12 ounces 60% dark chocolate
  • 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
  • 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter sliced into small pieces
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup hazelnut butter

For the Candied Hazelnuts:

  • 1 Tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 Tablespoons light brown sugar
  • Sea salt flakes for garnish
  • 1 cup hazelnuts, finely chopped

Instructions

Prepare the Crust:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Add the Oreos and hazelnuts to the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until finely ground. Add the butter and salt, and pulse again just until combined and moist.
    22 Oreo cookies, 1/3 cup toasted hazelnuts, 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter, 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Press the mixture into the bottom and along the sides of a 9-inch tart pan.
  • Bake for 6-8 minutes, and set aside to cool.

Prepare the Filling:

  • In a medium heatproof bowl, add the chocolate. Set aside.
    12 ounces 60% dark chocolate
  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the heavy cream, sugar, and butter to a low boil. Remove the pan from the heat, and pour the mixture over the chocolate. Let stand for 1 minute.
    1 1/4 cups heavy cream, 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar, 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • Use a rubber spatula to stir until everything is melted and smooth. Add the vanilla and hazelnut butter, and stir again until smooth. Note: If the mixture is not completely melted, place it in the microwave for 30 seconds, and stir again.
    2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 1/4 cup hazelnut butter
  • Pour the filling into the prepared crust. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to overnight.

Prepare the Candied Hazelnuts:

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the brown sugar and salt, and stir to combine.
    1 Tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 Tablespoons light brown sugar, Sea salt flakes for garnish
  • Add the hazelnuts, and stir for 2-3 minutes or until lightly toasted and fragrant.
    1 cup hazelnuts, finely chopped
  • Place the nuts on a silicone mat or parchment paper to cool completely.
  • Sprinkle the nuts and salt on top of the chocolate tart, slice, and serve chilled.
  • Store in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 579kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 46g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 57mg | Sodium: 151mg | Potassium: 399mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 701IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 7mg