Caramelized Mango Tart With Mexican Chocolate and Pepitas

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 0
Caramelized Mango Tart With Mexican Chocolate and Pepitas
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
2 small mangoes , peeled , flesh cut from the pits , cut into 3/4-inch slices ( about 1 3/4 pounds total ripe but not over-ripe )
2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 ounces round mexican chocolate , roughly chopped ( Ibarra brand is readily available )
1 ounce bittersweet chocolate , roughly chopped
1/3 cup toasted salted pepitas ( pumpkin seeds )
1/4 cup almond butter ( look for it in natural foods stores or sections of your grocery store )
0.5 package puff pastry

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
342
Sugar
12g
Fat
25g
This Caramelized Mango Tart with Mexican Chocolate and Pepitas is a unique and flavorful dessert that is sure to impress. The combination of sweet, juicy mango, spicy Mexican chocolate, and crunchy pepitas creates a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds wanting more. This tart is also easy to make and can be served warm or at room temperature for a beautiful presentation.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mango slices and sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mango is caramelized, about 10 minutes.
3.Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
4.In a medium bowl, combine Mexican chocolate, bittersweet chocolate, and toasted pepitas. Set aside.
5.On a lightly floured surface, roll out puff pastry. Transfer to prepared baking sheet.
6.Spread almond butter evenly over puff pastry, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
7.Arrange cooled mango slices on top of almond butter.
8.Sprinkle chocolate mixture over mango slices, pressing lightly to adhere.
9.Bake until pastry is golden brown and puffed, about 20 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

PROS

This tart is a delicious and unique combination of sweet and spicy flavors.

The caramelized mango adds a natural sweetness that pairs perfectly with the Mexican chocolate and pepitas.

It’s also easy to make and makes a beautiful presentation.

CONS

Puff pastry can be high in calories and fat, so this recipe should be enjoyed in moderation.

It also contains some added sugar and fat from the almond butter and chocolate.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this tart may not be the healthiest option, it does contain some nutritional benefits.
Mango is loaded with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can support immune function, aid in digestion, and protect against disease.
Pepitas are also a good source of healthy fats, protein, and essential nutrients like zinc, magnesium, and potassium.

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