Chocolate Tart Recipe
Rich chocolate tart with a buttery crust.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the chilled, cubed butter and mix using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 2
Form the Dough
Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Avoid overworking the dough.
- 3
Chill the Dough
Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 4
Pre-bake the Crust
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to fit your tart pan. Place the rolled dough into the pan, pressing it into the corners. Trim any excess dough. Prick the bottom with a fork and line with parchment paper. Fill with pie weights or dried beans.
- 5
Bake the Crust
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then remove the weights and parchment and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool.
Filling Preparation
- 6
Melt the Chocolate
In a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, melt the chopped dark chocolate until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- 7
Prepare the Cream Mixture
In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream and granulated sugar over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat.
- 8
Combine Mixtures
Gradually whisk the warm cream mixture into the melted chocolate until smooth. Incorporate the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
- 9
Fill the Tart Shell
Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled tart shell, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- 10
Bake the Tart
Bake in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until the filling is set but still slightly wobbly in the center. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.