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Chocolate Pomegranate Tart


  • Author: Dulcia
  • Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

This Chocolate Pomegranate Tart is a stunning dessert that combines the rich, bittersweet flavor of chocolate with the vibrant, tangy sweetness of pomegranate. The Oreo cookie crust provides a perfect foundation, offering a delightful crunch that complements the creamy pomegranate curd filling. Topped with a luxurious layer of pomegranate-infused chocolate ganache, this tart is an elegant treat that’s ideal for special occasions.


Ingredients

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For the Crust:
24 Oreo cookies (Double Stuf recommended)
Pinch of fine salt
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Pomegranate Curd Filling:
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 cup pomegranate juice
1 cup sugar
1 stick unsalted butter, diced
3 whole eggs
2 egg yolks
Pinch of fine salt
A few drops of red food coloring (optional)
For the Pomegranate Ganache:
1/4 cup pomegranate juice
1/2 cup heavy cream
Pinch of fine salt
12 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped
For Garnish:
Pomegranate arils


Instructions

For the Crust:
Pulse the Oreo cookies and salt in a food processor until fine crumbs form. With the machine running, slowly stream in the melted butter until the mixture is slightly moist and crumbly.
Press the mixture into a buttered, 9-inch tart pan, ensuring it’s evenly pressed into the corners and up the sides. Chill the crust in the fridge for at least 45 minutes before filling.
For the Pomegranate Curd Filling:
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the pomegranate juice, lemon juice, and zest. Add the sugar and stir until it dissolves.
Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the diced butter, eggs, egg yolks, and salt, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 8 minutes.
(Optional) Add a few drops of red food coloring for a vibrant hue.
Strain the curd through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl to remove any solids.
Pour the warm pomegranate curd into the prepared crust and allow it to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, transfer the filled tart to the freezer for at least 2 hours.
For the Pomegranate Ganache:
In a small saucepan, whisk together the pomegranate juice, heavy cream, and salt over medium-low heat. Stir until it comes to a simmer, then remove from heat.
Pour the hot cream mixture over the chopped bittersweet chocolate in a bowl. Let it sit for a minute, then whisk until smooth and glossy.
To Serve:
Serve the frozen tart drizzled with warm pomegranate ganache and garnish with fresh pomegranate arils for a touch of freshness and crunch.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 400