Tartuffo recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Aug 04 2026
RestaurantsIl Porto RestaurantTartuffo Recipe

Tartuffo Recipe

Time2h
Serves6

Make Tartuffo Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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For the Chocolate Layer

For the Hazelnut Layer

For the Coating

Method

For the Chocolate Layer

  1. 1

    Melt the Chocolate

    In a heatproof bowl, combine dark chocolate and heavy cream. Place over a pot of simmering water to create a double boiler. Stir until melted and smooth.

  2. 2

    Add Sugar and Vanilla

    Remove from heat and stir in sugar and vanilla extract until fully incorporated. Let it cool slightly before using.

For the Hazelnut Layer

  1. 3

    Prepare the Hazelnuts

    In a skillet over medium heat, toast the chopped hazelnuts until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.

  2. 4

    Melt the Milk Chocolate

    In a separate heatproof bowl, melt the milk chocolate and butter together over a double boiler, stirring until smooth.

  3. 5

    Mix with Hazelnuts

    In a mixing bowl, combine the toasted hazelnuts with the melted chocolate mixture and powdered sugar. Stir until well combined.

Assembly

  1. 6

    Layer the Chocolate

    In a small mold or ramekin, pour a layer of the chocolate mixture to cover the bottom. Refrigerate for about 15 minutes to set.

  2. 7

    Add Hazelnut Layer

    Once the chocolate layer is set, pour the hazelnut mixture on top, smoothing it out evenly. Refrigerate for another 30 minutes.

  3. 8

    Final Chocolate Layer

    Pour the remaining chocolate mixture over the hazelnut layer, ensuring it is fully covered. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set completely.

  4. 9

    Coat the Tartuffo

    Once set, carefully remove the tartuffo from the mold. Roll it in cocoa powder and garnish with chopped hazelnuts.

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