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Italian Chocolate Tart

Decadent Italian Chocolate Tart That Melts in Your Mouth

This Italian Chocolate Tart is a delightful dessert that melts in your mouth, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert Recipes
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tart Shell
  • 200 g Flour All-purpose flour works great!
  • 100 g Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness to the crust.
  • 40 g Cocoa Powder Imparts a deep chocolate flavor.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt Elevates sweetness.
  • 120 g Cold Butter Cut into small pieces for easier incorporation.
  • 1 whole Egg Provides richness.
  • 1 yolk Egg Yolk Adds moisture and a tender texture.
For the Chocolate Filling
  • 400 ml Milk Creamy base for the filling.
  • 4 yolk Egg Yolks Enriches the filling.
  • 80 g Granulated Sugar Sweetens the filling.
  • 40 g Flour A thickening agent.
  • 200 g Dark Chocolate Choose high-quality chocolate for best flavor.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Tart pan
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • rolling pin
  • pastry cutter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and salt until well blended.
  2. Add cold butter into the dry mixture and blend until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Mix in 1 egg and 1 egg yolk until a dough forms; refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) while the dough chills.
  5. Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan.
  6. Transfer the dough into the tart pan, press gently, trim edges, and prick the bottom.
  7. Bake the tart shell for about 15 minutes until edges are lightly browned.
  8. Heat milk in a saucepan until just below boiling.
  9. Whisk together egg yolks, granulated sugar, and flour in a separate bowl until smooth.
  10. Slowly pour the heated milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly. Return to saucepan.
  11. Stir over medium heat until mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
  12. Remove from heat, add dark chocolate, and stir until melted.
  13. Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled tart shell.
  14. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
  15. Garnish with chocolate shavings or nuts, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, chill the dough and ensure quality chocolate is used for a rich flavor.

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