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Christmas Gingerbread Amaretto Chocolate Tart

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Ingredients

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For the Gingerbread Crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon molasses
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt

For the Chocolate Amaretto Filling:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1/4 cup amaretto liqueur
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

For Decoration (Optional):

  • Whipped cream
  • Chocolate shavings or curls
  • Crushed gingerbread cookies
  • Edible gold stars for a festive touch

Instructions

  • Prepare the Gingerbread Crust:
    • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
    • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt.
    • Add the cubed butter and rub it into the dry ingredients using your fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
    • Mix in the molasses and egg yolk, and knead until the dough comes together.
    • Press the dough into a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom, ensuring it’s evenly spread across the bottom and sides.
    • Prick the base with a fork and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow it to cool completely.
  • Make the Chocolate Amaretto Filling:
    • In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer (but not boil).
    • Remove from heat and add the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for a minute, then stir until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
    • Stir in the amaretto liqueur, vanilla extract, and butter until fully combined and glossy.
  • Assemble the Tart:
    • Pour the chocolate-amaretto ganache into the cooled gingerbread crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
    • Refrigerate the tart for at least 2-3 hours, or until the filling has set.
  • Decorate and Serve:
    • Before serving, top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, crushed gingerbread cookies, or edible gold stars for a festive touch.
    • Slice and enjoy!

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