Quick Chocolate Hazelnut Tart
A rich, no-bake tart with a buttery graham cracker crust, silky chocolate-hazelnut filling, and toasted nuts on top. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 30 minutes layers unsalted, melted butter, semisweet chocolate chips chocolate, chopped, toasted hazelnuts 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 320 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
- 1 1/2 cups crushed (about 20 crackers) graham crackers
- 1/3 cup unsalted, melted butter
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips chocolate
- 1/2 cup chopped, toasted hazelnuts
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Press 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers and 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter into a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden and firm. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
- Step 2: In a heatproof bowl, melt 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips with 1/4 cup granulated sugar over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
- Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, whisk 2 large eggs until frothy. Gradually add the cooled chocolate mixture, whisking until fully combined. Stir in 1/2 cup chopped toasted hazelnuts. Pour the filling into the cooled crust. Refrigerate for 4-6 hours until set. Garnish with additional toasted hazelnuts before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Quick Chocolate Hazelnut Tart take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 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 Quick Chocolate Hazelnut Tart?
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 Quick Chocolate Hazelnut Tart?
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 Quick Chocolate Hazelnut Tart 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.
What goes well with Quick Chocolate Hazelnut Tart?
French desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
