Chocolate Tart With Coconut Macaroon Crust

This rich tart tastes like a almond joy candy bar. from cooking pleasures magazine. chill time 4 hours, standing time 30 minutes not included in prep time.

Steps

Heat oven to 350.

In a medium bowl , stir together all crust ingredients.

Gently press mixture in bottom and up side of 9 in tart pan with removeable bottom.

Bake 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

Cool completely on wire rack , about 30 minutes.

Meanwhile place whipping cream and chocolate in med microwave safe bowl.

Microwave on med 1 minute 40 seconds to 2 minutes or until chocolate is almost melted.

Stir until smooth.

Stir in almond extract.

Pour into cooled crust.

Refrigerate 45 minutes.

Sprinkle almonds around edge.

Refrigerated 4 hours or until set.

Cover until ready to serve.

Let stand at room temperature 15-30 minutes before serving.

Ingredients

flaked coconut, shortbread cookie, unsalted butter, whipping cream, semisweet chocolate, almond extract, slivered almonds