Sainte-Catherine Chocolate Tart with Hazelnut Crust
A rich, velvety chocolate tart with a crunchy hazelnut crust, inspired by Brussels' hidden culinary gems. This belgian-inspired desserts ready in about 60 minutes layers chopped hazelnuts, melted butter, chopped dark chocolate 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 300 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 cup chopped hazelnuts
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 cup chopped dark chocolate
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup flour
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Mix hazelnuts, butter, and 1 tbsp sugar in a bowl. Press into a tart pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Step 2: Whisk eggs, remaining sugar, cocoa powder, and flour. Stir in chocolate chunks. Pour into crust and bake for 20 minutes until set.
- Step 3: Let cool completely, then refrigerate for 1 hour before serving with a dusting of cocoa powder.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sainte-Catherine Chocolate Tart with Hazelnut Crust take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (25 min prep + 35 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 Sainte-Catherine Chocolate Tart with Hazelnut 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 Sainte-Catherine Chocolate Tart with Hazelnut 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 Sainte-Catherine Chocolate Tart with Hazelnut 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.
What goes well with Sainte-Catherine Chocolate Tart with Hazelnut Crust?
Belgian 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 35-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
