Description
Indulge in a rich and velvety chocolate tart that is sure to impress at any gathering. This decadent dessert features a buttery crumb crust filled with luscious dark chocolate, creating a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Perfect for celebrations or a sweet everyday treat, this easy-to-follow recipe will have you feeling like a pastry chef in no time. Get ready to savor every creamy bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2–3 tablespoons ice water
- 2 large eggs
- 8 oz dark chocolate (70% or higher), chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, and sugar.
- Cut in softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water until it forms a dough.
- Shape dough into a disc, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes. Roll out on floured surface and press into a tart pan. Trim excess edges.
- Bake crust for 20 minutes until set; let cool.
- Melt dark chocolate with heavy cream over low heat until smooth. Remove from heat; stir in eggs and vanilla.
- Pour filling into cooled crust and bake for another 15-20 minutes until just set but still slightly wobbly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg