Indulge in this decadent Salted Caramel Chocolate Tart — a rich chocolate ganache layered over a buttery cookie crust and silky caramel, finished with flaky sea salt. Perfect for special occasions or when you crave something truly luxurious.
| Prep Time | 25 minutes | Cook Time | 15 minutes |
| Chill Time | 2 hours | Servings | 8 slices |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Calories | 520 per slice |
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups crushed chocolate wafer cookies
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (for caramel)
- 6 tbsp heavy cream (for caramel)
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
- Flaky sea salt, for garnish
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Make the Crust
Heat oven to 350°F. Mix cookie crumbs with melted butter, then press firmly into a 9-inch tart pan. Bake 10 minutes and let cool.
Step 2: Cook the Caramel
In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, melt sugar without stirring until amber. Whisk in butter, then slowly whisk in 6 tbsp cream (it will bubble). Stir in sea salt. Cool 10 minutes, then pour over crust; chill 20 minutes.
Step 3: Make the Ganache
Heat 1 cup cream to steaming. Pour over chopped chocolate; let stand 2 minutes, then stir until silky.
Step 4: Assemble & Chill
Spread ganache over set caramel. Chill 2 hours until firm. Finish with flaky sea salt and slice.
Recipe Notes
🍬 Caramel Watch: Pull the sugar off heat as soon as it turns golden; it keeps darkening off the burner.
❄️ Storage: Keeps refrigerated up to 5 days. Serve slightly chilled for clean slices.
🎯 Pro Tip: Use a tart pan with a removable bottom for pristine edges and easy service.
