Few desserts combine elegance and indulgence quite like a chocolate tart. This recipe for Chocolate Tart with Velvety Dark Chocolate Cream Filling is a celebration of rich, deep flavors and silky textures. With a buttery chocolate crust and a luscious dark chocolate cream filling, this tart is as satisfying to make as it is to eat.
Whether you’re preparing dessert for a dinner party, a special occasion, or a cozy evening at home, this tart will be a showstopper. Its sophisticated flavor profile appeals to chocolate lovers of all ages, while the balance of sweet and bitter makes it irresistibly addictive.
This chocolate tart is also versatile. You can customize the filling by incorporating different flavors like orange zest, espresso, or a splash of your favorite liqueur. Despite its luxurious appearance, the recipe is approachable, even for beginner bakers. Let’s dive into creating this decadent dessert!
Why This Recipe is Timeless
Chocolate tarts have been beloved for generations. Their roots can be traced back to French patisserie, where chocolate is treated with the reverence it deserves. This recipe updates the classic chocolate tart by incorporating modern techniques to achieve the perfect texture and flavor balance.
A great chocolate tart transcends trends—it remains timeless because it satisfies our universal craving for comfort and luxury in one bite. This recipe honors that tradition while adding its own twist with a rich dark chocolate filling and a buttery cocoa crust. It’s the kind of dessert that will never go out of style.
Full Recipe:
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Filling:
1 egg yolk
300 ml milk
50 g sugar (1/4 cup)
30 g corn starch (1/4 cup)
5 g vanilla sugar (1 tsp)
80 g dark chocolate (3 oz)
120 ml heavy cream (33-35% fat) (1/2 cup)
For the Chocolate Crust:
100 g butter (1/2 cup)
40 g sugar (3 tbsp)
1 egg
180 g flour (1 1/2 cups)
15 g cocoa powder (2 tbsp)
5 g vanilla sugar (1 tsp)
A pinch of salt
Preparation Details
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories per serving: Approximately 350 kcal
Step-by-Step Instructions
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