Pistachio Dubai Chocolate Tart

    This tart combines:

  • a buttery pistachio crust,
  • silky dark chocolate ganache,
  • creamy pistachio layer,
  • and a glossy pistachio–chocolate finish.

    • Perfect for special occasions or gifting.

Ingredients

Pistachio Tart Crust
  • 1 cup (140g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (65g) pistachios, finely ground
  • ¼ cup (30g) powdered sugar
  • ½ cup (115g) cold butter, cubed
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1-2 tbsp cold water
  • Pinch of salt
Chocolate Ganache Layer
  • 200g high-quality dark chocolate (55–70%)
  • 200ml heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp butter
Pistachio Cream Filling (Middle Layer)
  • ¾ cup (180g) pistachio paste (not pistachio butter)
  • 150ml heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp honey or sugar
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • Optional: 1–2 drops pistachio or almond essence
Topping
  • Crushed pistachios
  • Gold leaf (optional, Dubai-style!)
  • Chocolate drizzle

Instructions

Step 1 — Make the Pistachio Tart Crust
  • Mix flour, powdered sugar, salt, and ground pistachios.
  • Add the cold butter and rub/mix until it resembles crumbs.
  • Add egg yolk and water, just until a dough forms.
  • Wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
  • Roll out and place into tart tin.
  • Prick the base with a fork.
  • Bake at 170°C (338°F) for 18–22 minutes or until lightly golden.
  • Cool completely.
Step 2 — Make the Chocolate Ganache
  • Heat cream until steaming (not boiling).
  • Pour over chopped chocolate.
  • Let sit 1 minute, then stir until smooth.
  • Add butter for shine.
  • Pour a thin layer into the cooled tart shell — about ½ cm.
  • Refrigerate 15–20 minutes to set.
Step 3 — Pistachio Cream Layer
  • Warm cream + honey in a saucepan.
  • Add pistachio paste and whisk until smooth.
  • Add butter.
  • Let it cool slightly, then pour over the set chocolate.
  • Chill 30 minutes.
Step 4 — Final Chocolate Layer (Optional but luxurious!)

    Add the remaining ganache or make a thinner chocolate glaze:

  • 100g chocolate
  • 80ml cream
  • 1 tsp glucose or honey (for gloss)

    • Pour over the pistachio layer and smooth.

Step 5 — Decorate
  • Sprinkle chopped pistachios around the border.
  • Add gold leaf for Dubai-style luxury.
  • You can pipe small dots of pistachio cream or dollops of ganache.
Tips for the Best Dubai-Style Tart
  • Use bright green pistachio paste (100% pistachios) for best color & flavor.
  • Dark chocolate between 55–65% pairs best with pistachio.
  • Chill between layers for sharp, clean-cut slices.
  • For extra shine: brush the final layer with a neutral glaze.
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