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Easy Chocolate Torte

A simple and rich chocolate dessert that melts in your mouth, perfect for any gathering or a cozy night at home.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 cup pecans Finely ground
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
For the filling
  • 1 cup dark chocolate Use high-quality for rich flavor
  • 1 cup coconut milk Can be substituted with almond or oat milk
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a food processor, blend the pecans and shredded coconut until finely ground.
  3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a pie pan to form the crust.
Cooking
  1. In a saucepan, melt the dark chocolate and coconut milk together over low heat, stirring until smooth.
  2. Stir in the maple syrup until fully combined.
  3. Pour the chocolate mixture over the crust in the pie pan.
Chilling
  1. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
  2. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

Consider topping with whipped cream, fresh berries, or toasted coconut. Store leftovers in the fridge for about a week, or freeze for up to a month. Thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.