Description
This Nostalgic Chocolate Tart features a tender cocoa crust and a silky espresso-infused ganache for a rich, elegant dessert. It’s simple yet luxurious—perfect for sharing or savoring solo.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup ice water
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa, sugar, and salt.
- Work in cubed butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a small bowl, mix egg and vanilla, then stir into flour mixture.
- Add ice water 1 tablespoon at a time until dough comes together.
- Roll out dough and press into a 9-inch tart pan. Prick base with a fork and bake for 15 minutes. Cool completely.
- Heat cream until just simmering. Pour over chopped chocolate and let sit 1 minute.
- Stir until smooth, then blend in butter and espresso powder until fully melted.
- Pour ganache into cooled crust. Chill for at least 2 hours until set.
- Before serving, let sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes for best texture.
Notes
- Add raspberry jam layer under ganache for a fruity contrast.
- Use dark chocolate for richer flavor.
- Top with sea salt or candied nuts before chilling.
- Add orange zest for a citrus twist.
- Store covered in fridge up to 4 days. Serve slightly softened for best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
