Banana Chocolate Tart with Cinnamon Crust
A rich, no-bake dessert combining ripe bananas, melted chocolate, and a spiced cinnamon crust for a decadent treat. This american-inspired desserts (vegan, dairy-free) ready in about 50 minutes layers medium mashed ripe bananas, chopped dark chocolate, almond flour into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 medium mashed ripe bananas
- 100g chopped dark chocolate
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup softened butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 beaten egg
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix 1 cup almond flour, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 cup softened butter, and 1/4 cup brown sugar until crumbly. Press into a 9-inch tart pan and bake for 12 minutes until golden.
- Step 2: In a heatproof bowl, add 100g chopped dark chocolate and 1/4 cup melted butter. Set over a pot of simmering water and stir until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Step 3: Fold 3 mashed ripe bananas into the chocolate mixture, then stir in 1 beaten egg until well combined.
- Step 4: Pour the chocolate-banana mixture into the prebaked crust, smoothing the top. Chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour until set.
- Step 5: Slice into wedges and serve chilled, optionally with a dusting of powdered sugar.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Banana Chocolate Tart with Cinnamon Crust take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Banana Chocolate Tart with Cinnamon Crust?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Banana Chocolate Tart with Cinnamon Crust?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Banana Chocolate Tart with Cinnamon Crust for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Banana Chocolate Tart with Cinnamon Crust vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan, dairy-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Quick to prep and the results are amazing. A real keeper.
