Description
Rich French Dark Chocolate Tart brings luxurious chocolate elegance to dessert tables with silky ganache nestled in a buttery crust. Chocolate enthusiasts will savor intense flavors and velvety texture that transport palates straight to Paris.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust:
- 1 (9-ounce / 255-gram) box Nabisco Famous Chocolate Wafers
- 6 tablespoons / 85 grams unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup / 50 grams sugar
Filling:
- 6 ½ ounces / 185 grams bittersweet chocolate (such as Lindt), finely chopped (about 1 cup)
- 1 ¼ cups / 300 milliliters heavy cream
- 2 extra-large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (such as Nielsen-Massey)
- ¼ teaspoon instant coffee granules
Topping:
- 3 ounces / 85 grams bittersweet chocolate (such as Lindt), finely chopped (about ½ cup)
- ¼ cup / 60 milliliters heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon flaked sea salt (such as Maldon)
Instructions
- Meticulously prepare the chocolate cookie crust by pulverizing chocolate wafers and granulated sugar in a food processor until achieving a uniform, fine texture. Blend thoroughly with melted unsalted butter, creating a cohesive mixture.
- Carefully press the crumbly crust into a 9-inch / 23 cm tart pan with a removable bottom, ensuring an even distribution across the bottom and sides. Transfer the pan to a baking sheet and roast in a preheated oven at 350°F / 175°C for 10 minutes, allowing the crust to set and develop a rich, toasted flavor.
- For the sumptuous filling, precisely chop high-quality chocolate into small, uniform pieces. Gently heat heavy cream in a saucepan until it reaches a rolling boil, then immediately pour over the chocolate. Allow the mixture to rest for one minute, then whisk until achieving a silky, glossy consistency.
- Incorporate room-temperature eggs and pure vanilla extract into the chocolate ganache, stirring until fully integrated. Carefully pour the luxurious filling into the pre-baked crust, maintaining an even distribution.
- Return the tart to the oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, watching for a subtle jiggle in the center while ensuring the edges appear set. Remove and allow to cool completely at room temperature.
- Craft the decadent chocolate glaze by combining finely chopped chocolate with instant coffee granules in a mixing bowl. Heat additional heavy cream until boiling, then pour over the chocolate mixture. Let rest momentarily before whisking into a smooth, glossy topping.
- Once the tart has cooled, generously drizzle the coffee-infused chocolate glaze over the surface, using a spatula to spread evenly to the edges. Finish with a delicate sprinkle of flaky sea salt for a sophisticated flavor contrast.
- Allow the tart to rest at room temperature until the glaze sets completely. Gently remove from the tart pan, transfer to an elegant serving plate, and slice into graceful wedges. Serve at room temperature for optimal taste and texture.
Notes
- Warm ingredients blend seamlessly, creating a silky-smooth chocolate filling that’s free from lumps.
- Gentle baking ensures a perfectly creamy center with set edges, preventing a dry, crumbly texture.
- Patience matters when cooling the tart, allowing the delicate filling to stabilize before glazing.
- Sifting coffee granules eliminates unwanted graininess, delivering a perfectly smooth glaze.
- Careful handling protects the delicate crust, maintaining the tart’s beautiful presentation from pan to plate.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (based on 8 servings)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg