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Italian Chocolate Tart

Indulgent Italian Chocolate Tart That Will Wow Your Guests

This Italian Chocolate Tart is a decadent dessert that combines rich chocolate and a buttery crust, perfect for impressing guests.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 200 g Flour for a sturdy base
  • 100 g Granulated Sugar to balance cocoa's bitterness
  • 40 g Cocoa Powder enhances chocolate flavor
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt boosts overall taste
  • 120 g Cold Butter for a flaky texture
  • 1 large Egg binds the crust
For the Filling
  • 400 ml Milk serves as the creamy base
  • 80 g Granulated Sugar to sweeten the custard
  • 40 g Flour acts as a thickening agent
  • 200 g Dark Chocolate for indulgent flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pastry cutter
  • tart pan
  • Saucepan
  • whisk

Method
 

Crust Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Blend until evenly distributed.
  2. Cut cold butter into small cubes and add to the mixture. Blend until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Add egg and egg yolk, stirring until a dough forms. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Roll out the dough and transfer it to a tart pan, trimming excess.
  5. Prick the bottom of the tart shell with a fork. Bake for about 15 minutes, then cool on a wire rack.
Filling Preparation
  1. Heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat until small bubbles form around edges.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks, granulated sugar, and flour until smooth.
  3. Gradually add hot milk, whisking constantly to temper the eggs, then return to the pan.
  4. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
  5. Stir in chopped dark chocolate until melted and smooth.
  6. Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled tart shell and smooth the top.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Serving
  1. Slice the tart into wedges and serve with optional garnishes like whipped cream or fresh berries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use high-quality chocolate and take care not to overcook the custard. Chill the tart thoroughly for improved flavor.

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