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Italian Chocolate Tart

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This Italian Chocolate Tart offers a decadent experience with rich and creamy filling in a flaky crust.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 200 g all-purpose flour Use for a tender and flaky crust.
  • 100 g granulated sugar Adds sweetness.
  • 40 g cocoa powder Provides chocolate flavor.
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 120 g cold butter Keep it chilled for best results.
  • 1 whole egg Acts as binder for the crust.
  • 1 yolk egg yolk Richens the crust.
For the Filling
  • 400 ml whole milk Ideal for a creamy filling.
  • 4 yolks egg yolks Adds richness.
  • 80 g granulated sugar Sweetens the filling.
  • 40 g flour Thickens filling.
  • 120 g dark chocolate High-quality for best flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pastry cutter
  • tart pan
  • medium saucepan
  • whisk

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt until well combined.
  2. Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Add one whole egg and one egg yolk, gently mixing until a dough forms.
  4. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Roll Out the Dough
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Roll out the chilled dough to about ¼ inch thick, ensuring it fits your 9-inch tart pan.
  3. Carefully lay the rolled-out dough into the tart pan and prick the bottom with a fork.
Bake the Crust
  1. Place the tart shell in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes.
  2. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
Prepare the Filling
  1. In a medium saucepan, heat whole milk over medium heat until steaming.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, and flour until smooth.
  3. Gradually pour hot milk into the egg mixture while whisking constantly.
  4. Return combined mixture to saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring continuously until thickened.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in dark chocolate until melted.
Fill and Chill
  1. Pour the filling into the cooled tart shell evenly.
  2. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Opt for high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor. Chill well after filling to aid slicing.

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