Description

A rich and decadent tart with a chocolate cookie crust, filled with fudgy brownie, silky caramel, and roasted hazelnuts—this indulgent French-inspired dessert is a true showstopper for any chocolate lover.

Ingredients

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For the Chocolate Tart Crust:
1 1/4 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
1/4 cup melted butter
2 tbsp sugar
For the Brownie Layer:
1/2 cup unsalted butter
3/4 cup dark chocolate chips
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tbsp cocoa powder
1/4 tsp salt
For the Caramel Topping:
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup sugar
2 tbsp butter
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup toasted hazelnuts (whole or halved)
Extra chocolate curls or chips for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Mix cookie crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into a 9-inch tart pan. Bake for 8 minutes. Let cool.
For the brownie layer, melt butter and chocolate together until smooth. Stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Fold in flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
Pour brownie batter into the cooled crust. Bake for 18–20 minutes, until just set. Cool completely.
In a saucepan, heat sugar over medium heat until melted and amber in color. Carefully whisk in cream, butter, and salt until smooth. Let cool slightly.
Pour caramel over the cooled brownie layer. Top with toasted hazelnuts and chocolate garnish.
Chill tart until caramel is set.
Slice and serve at room temperature or slightly warmed.

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor.
Toasting the hazelnuts enhances their flavor and crunch.
Caramel can be made ahead and gently reheated if needed.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 420
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 75mg