Bill Cypher's Chocolate Meringue Tart (Copycat Recipe)

This whimsical dessert combines a rich chocolate filling with a light and airy meringue topping, inspired by the enigmatic character Bill Cypher. The tart features a buttery crust, filled with a decadent dark chocolate ganache, and is topped with a fluffy meringue that is lightly toasted for a delightful contrast in texture. This dessert is perfect for chocolate lovers and is sure to impress at any gathering, while being completely gluten-free.

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups almond flour
• ¼ cup cocoa powder
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 3 large egg whites
• ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, mix almond flour, cocoa powder, melted butter, honey, and egg until a dough forms.
3. Press the dough into a tart pan evenly across the bottom and up the sides. Prick with a fork and bake for 12-15 minutes until set. Let cool.
4. In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until hot but not boiling. Remove from heat and add the chopped dark chocolate, stirring until smooth and glossy.
5. Pour the chocolate ganache into the cooled tart shell and spread evenly. Let it cool to room temperature.
6. In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form and the mixture is glossy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
7. Spread the meringue over the chocolate filling, making decorative peaks with a spatula.
8. Use a kitchen torch to lightly toast the meringue until golden brown. If you don't have a torch, broil in the oven for 1-2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
9. Allow the tart to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious Bill Cypher-inspired dessert!