Chocolate Pecan Tart

This is a sumptuous Chocolate Pecan Tart, perfect for Valentine's Day or any day you want an easy and delicious dessert.

Course Desserts

Cuisine American, French

Keyword chocolate, dessert, pecan, tart, valentines day

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Total Time 50

Servings Servings

Calories 516kcal

Author Barb

1 regular pastry shell for one pie I made this pie crust but you can also use a prepared crust. I recommend the type you unroll and put into your own pie plate.

Boil the water and the sugar together to make a simple syrup. Place the pecans in a bowl and toss with the syrup. Place on a sheet pan and bake for five minute segments in an oven set at 350F or until the pecans are candied and golden brown. Let cool.

Preheat oven to 350º Fahrenheit
Place the flour, eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar and salt in a mixer with the paddle attachment. Beat the mixture on medium speed until well combined. Melt the butter and add it to the mixture. (Filling can be made up to 2 days in advance and refrigerated, just be sure to whisk well to combine before adding to the tart shell and baking)
Scatter the candied pecans and chopped chocolate into the tart shell. Pour the filling on top of the chocolate and nuts (should be about 3/4 full).
Bake for about 30 min in an oven set at 350ºF. The tart shell should have a golden color and the filling should still be soft in the middle.
Remove the tart from the oven and set it aside to cool. Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream. Garnish with hearts if using.