Hazelnut Chocolate Tarts
Indulge in the rich flavors of Hazelnut Chocolate Tarts, a decadent dessert featuring a buttery crust and a smooth chocolate ganache filled with roasted hazelnuts. Perfect for any occasion, these tarts offer a delightful blend of creamy and nutty textures, making them a standout treat. Whip up this elegant dessert to impress your guests or simply savor a slice for yourself!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 6 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
- 1/2 cup roasted hazelnuts (chopped)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and sugar. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the egg yolk and mix until a dough forms. Press into a tart pan.
- Blind bake the crust lined with parchment paper and weights for 15 minutes until golden. Cool.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt heavy cream and dark chocolate together, stirring until smooth.
- Fold in chopped hazelnuts, then pour into the cooled tart shell and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Chill the tart crust for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent shrinking. You can use almond flour for the crust or sprinkle sea salt on top for an added flavor kick.