Description
A delightful dessert combining rich caramel, crunchy mixed nuts, and smooth dark chocolate, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Tart shell: 1 (store-bought or homemade)
- Caramel sauce: 1 cup (store-bought or homemade)
- Mixed nuts: 1 cup, roughly chopped (almonds, pecans, walnuts work great)
- Dark chocolate: 100 grams (about 3.5 oz), chopped or in chips
- Sea salt: 1 teaspoon (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Prepare the tart crust by pre-baking it according to package instructions or homemade recipe until golden brown.
- Make the caramel filling by combining sugar and water in a saucepan, boiling until amber, then whisking in heavy cream and butter.
- Add the roughly chopped mixed nuts over the warm caramel layer and gently press them down.
- Melt the dark chocolate and drizzle it over the nuts in a decorative pattern.
- Sprinkle sea salt on top and chill the tart in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Keep an eye on the tart shell while baking to avoid overbaking.
- Be cautious when making caramel to prevent burning.
- Allow the tart shell to cool completely before adding the caramel.
- Don’t skip the sea salt as it enhances the flavors.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Nutty Caramel Crunch Tart, dessert, caramel, nuts, chocolate