Description
Indulge in these delightful Mini Chocolate Tarts that are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. A buttery crust holds a rich, silky chocolate ganache filling, creating a heavenly bite-sized dessert.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons ice water
For the Filling:
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Garnish:
- Whipped cream or berries (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the crust: In a food processor, combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Add cold butter and pulse until crumbs form. Mix in egg yolk and ice water to form dough. Press into tart pans and bake until golden.
- Make the filling: Heat cream until simmering, pour over chocolate and butter. Stir in vanilla until smooth.
- Fill the tarts: Pour chocolate ganache into cooled tart shells and chill until set.
- Garnish and serve: Top with whipped cream or berries if desired.
Notes
- You can use store-bought tart shells for convenience.
- For a more intense flavor, opt for dark chocolate or add a splash of liqueur to the ganache.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
