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Chocolate Tart

Decadent Chocolate Tart Recipe with Rich Dark Chocolate Filling

This Chocolate Tart features a rich dark chocolate filling and a buttery crust, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Crust Ingredients
  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
Filling Ingredients
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz dark chocolate at least 60% cacao

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Tart Pan
  • whisk
  • Heatproof bowl
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Method
 

Crust Preparation
  1. Preheat your 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.
  2. Press the mixture into a tart pan evenly across the bottom and up the sides. Prick with a fork and bake for about 15 minutes until set.
Filling Preparation
  1. Melt dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in short bursts in the microwave until smooth; let cool slightly.
  2. In another bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy. Gradually mix in heavy cream, then fold in melted chocolate.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Pour the filling into the cooled tart shell and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until just set with a slight jiggle.
  2. Allow to cool completely at room temperature before chilling in the refrigerator for at least an hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 20g

Notes

Serve with whipped cream or fresh berries for an extra touch.

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