Description
Delightful Mini Chocolate Tarts with a buttery crust and rich chocolate filling, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 6 ounces high-quality dark or semi-sweet chocolate
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add butter and mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough forms. Don’t overmix.
- Cut the dough into small circles and press into the tartlet pan. Prick the bottoms with a fork and chill for 30 minutes.
- Bake the tart shells for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden. Let them cool.
- In a saucepan, combine heavy cream and chocolate over low heat, stirring until smooth. Cool slightly, then whisk in eggs and vanilla.
- Pour the chocolate mixture into each tart shell and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes until set but soft in the center. Let cool.
- Serve with powdered sugar, berries, or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
For a richer flavor, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top or add a bit of espresso powder to the chocolate mixture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Mini Chocolate Tarts, dessert, chocolate, baking, family recipe