Description
Indulge in a heavenly chocolate tart that promises to elevate your dessert game! This rich, velvety tart features a buttery crust and a luscious dark chocolate filling that will leave your taste buds singing. Perfect for any occasion—from special celebrations to a sweet treat on a regular day—this recipe is simple enough for novice bakers while delivering an impressive result. Get ready to wow your friends and family with this decadent delight!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 6 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and cocoa powder. Cut in the cold butter until crumbly.
- Mix in sugar; gradually add ice water until the dough holds together. Press into a greased tart pan and prick with a fork.
- Bake the crust for 15 minutes until set but not browned. Let cool.
- While cooling, finely chop dark chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl.
- Heat heavy cream over medium heat until simmering, then pour over chocolate. Let sit for 3 minutes before stirring until smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla; mix gently without incorporating air bubbles.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust and bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly.
- Cool completely before slicing; dust with powdered sugar if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg