Description
A delightful dessert combining the rich flavors of chocolate and the chewy texture of coconut, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 2 egg whites
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the sweetened shredded coconut, egg whites, sugar, and salt in a bowl until well combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a tart pan.
- Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until warm.
- Combine the warm cream with dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl and let sit.
- Stir the mixture until smooth and shiny.
- Add vanilla extract and mix well.
- Fill the cooled coconut crust with the chocolate ganache.
- Chill for at least 2 hours until set.
Notes
Serve with whipped cream or fresh berries for an extra touch. This tart is naturally gluten-free and can be customized with various toppings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: chocolate tart, coconut dessert, macaroon tart, gluten-free dessert, chocolate ganache