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Hats and Bats Chocolate-Peanut Butter Tarts

Hats and Bats Chocolate-Peanut Butter Tarts: A Spooky Delight

Hats and Bats Chocolate-Peanut Butter Tarts are a delightful Halloween treat with creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate in a flaky crust.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 12 tarts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Tart Crust
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder can be replaced with carob powder for a unique twist
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar coconut sugar is a lower glycemic alternative
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt sea salt can be used instead
  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter swap with coconut oil for a dairy-free option
For the Filling
  • 1 cup smooth peanut butter almond butter offers a different nutty taste
  • 8 ounces cold cream cheese try vegan cream cheese as a substitute
  • 1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar granulated sugar can work, but may change consistency
  • ½ cup mini chocolate chips dark chocolate chips provide a richer option
For Decoration
  • 1 cup store-bought white frosting homemade frosting can add a personal touch
  • ¼ cup white sanding sugar any edible sparkling sugar can serve as a substitute

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pastry Cutter
  • cookie cutter
  • tart pans
  • Spatula
  • refrigerator
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 ¾ cups of all-purpose flour, ½ cup of unsweetened cocoa powder, ¼ cup of granulated sugar, and ½ teaspoon of kosher salt until well combined. Cut in ½ cup of cold unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Form the dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the rolled-out dough into tart pans, pressing it gently into the sides and bottoms. Prick the bottoms with a fork to prevent air bubbles. Bake for 10-12 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, beat together 8 ounces of cold cream cheese and 1 cup of smooth peanut butter until smooth. Gradually add 1 ½ cups of confectioners' sugar and mix until fully combined. Fold in ½ cup of mini chocolate chips.
  5. Spoon the peanut butter filling into each cooled tart shell, leveling the surface with a spatula. Cover and refrigerate for about 2 hours.
  6. Once set, top each tart with white frosting and sprinkle with white sanding sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your butter and cream cheese are very cold for optimal texture. Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

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