Indulge in a delightful journey of flavors with our exquisite Chocolate Crème Egg Tart, a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. This irresistible tart features a buttery, crumbly crust that perfectly complements the velvety smooth chocolate filling, while the hidden crème egg in the center adds an extra layer of richness and a delightful surprise in every bite. Our article offers a collection of variations on this classic tart, each with its unique twist to cater to different preferences. From a gluten-free alternative to a luxurious version adorned with fresh berries, these recipes guarantee a delightful experience for every baker and dessert enthusiast. Embark on a culinary adventure and discover the perfect Chocolate Crème Egg Tart that will become a cherished favorite in your kitchen.
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CHOCOLATE TART
Provided by Tyler Florence
Categories dessert
Time 3h20m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- To make the pastry: combine the flour, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Add the butter and mix with a pastry blender or hands until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Make a well in the middle of the pastry. Combine the egg yolk with the ice water in a small bowl, whisking to blend; pour it into the well and work it in to bind the dough until it holds together without being too wet or sticky. Squeeze a small amount together, if it is crumbly, add more ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time. Form the dough into a disk and wrap in plastic; refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch circle, about 1/4-inch thick. Carefully roll the dough up onto the pin (this may take a little practice) and lay it inside a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Press the dough into the pan so it fits tightly; press the edges into the sides of the pan. It is important to press the dough evenly into every nook and corner of the ring, especially the scalloped edges. Shave off the excess hanging dough with a knife. Put the tart in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to relax.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Place the tart pan on a sturdy cookie sheet so it will be easy to move in and out of the oven. Line the tart with aluminum foil and add pie weights or dried beans to keep the sides of the tart from buckling. Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and weights. Using a pastry brush, lightly coat the crust with a beaten egg white. Return to the oven and continue to bake for another 8 minutes until the tart is golden in color, but not brown. Remember the tart will be cooked again with the filling. It should be cooked but light in color so that it will not burn on the second bake. Set aside to cool and lower the oven temperature to 325 degrees F.
- To make the filling: Heat the heavy cream and milk in a pot over medium-low flame, until it simmers slightly around the edges. Remove from the heat; add the chopped chocolate and stir until melted and smoothed out. Add the sugar and salt and whisk until well incorporated. Beat the eggs in a small bowl until blended and add them to the chocolate mixture, stir until completely blended. Pour the filling into the cooled tart shell and bake at 325 degrees F for 15 to 20 minutes until the filling is set and the surface is glossy. If you see any bubbles or cracks forming on the surface, take the tart out right away - that means it is beginning to become over baked. Cool before cutting.
CHOCOLATE CREAM TART
You can make the chocolate-wafer crust and custardy chocolate filling up to a day in advance. Spread with whipped cream and garnish with chocolate curls just before serving. Martha made this recipe on episode 613 of Martha Bakes.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Pie & Tarts Recipes
Yield Makes one 9-inch tart
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Make the crust: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a food processor, pulse wafers until fine crumbs form. Add butter, sugar, and salt, and process until well combined. Press mixture firmly into bottom and up sides of a 9-inch fluted tart pan. Bake until crust is fragrant, about 15 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
- Make the filling: In a medium saucepan, heat milk, egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch over medium-high, whisking occasionally, until simmering. Reduce heat to medium and add chocolate. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until bubbling and thick, 4 to 5 minutes (about 2 minutes after it comes to a boil). Add salt and remove from heat. Stir in vanilla or bourbon. Let cool about 10 minutes, whisking 2 or 3 times.
- Pour custard into baked and cooled crust. Press a piece of plastic wrap directly on surface of custard. Refrigerate until filling is firm, 4 hours or up to 1 day.
- Make the topping: With an electric mixer on medium-high speed, whisk cream just until soft peaks form. Add confectioners' sugar and whisk until stiff peaks form. Spread whipped cream over custard. Garnish tart with chocolate curls just before serving.
CHOCOLATE CARAMEL TART
It is hard to believe in this day and age - when salted caramel ice cream is almost as ubiquitous as vanilla - that desserts in which salt plays a starring role was once a newfangled concept. This recipe, an adaptation of one attributed to the pastry chef Claudia Fleming, came to The Times in a 2000 article by Amanda Hesser about the development of that very trend, and it is a perfect example of how it's done right. Layers of silky caramel and dark chocolate ganache topped with a sprinkling of crunchy, snow-white fleur de sel make this an unforgettable combination of flavors and textures.
Provided by Amanda Hesser
Categories dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 10-inch tart (12 to 16 servings)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Prepare chocolate dough: In bowl of an electric mixer, combine the butter, confectioners' sugar and cocoa. Beat until smooth. Add egg yolk and vanilla, and beat until blended.
- Sift flour into dough mixture. Beat on low speed until combined. Press the dough into the bottom and up the sides of a 10-inch tart pan. (You can use a 9-inch pan, but the crust will be thicker and the caramel may take longer to set in step 4.)
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line tart with foil, and fill with dried beans, rice or pie weights. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil and weights, and bake until pastry is dry and set, another 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
- Prepare caramel filling: In a large saucepan, bring sugar, water and corn syrup to a boil. Stir or swirl the pan occasionally, until mixture is a medium amber color, about 12 minutes. Remove from the heat. Caramel will continue to cook and darken off of the heat. Carefully but quickly whisk in the butter, cream, creme fraiche and salt until smooth (mixture will bubble up). Pour hot caramel into tart, and allow to cool and set, at least 1 hour.
- Prepare chocolate glaze: Place chocolate in a bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream to a boil. Pour hot cream over chocolate and whisk until chocolate has melted and mixture is smooth. Pour glaze over tart, tilting tart for even coverage. Refrigerate until tart is set, at least one hour, then sprinkle with a few granules of fleur de sel. Keep refrigerated until serving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 408, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 243 milligrams, Sugar 42 grams, TransFat 1 gram
SILKIEST CHOCOLATE TART RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: unsalted butter, powdered sugar, large egg, all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, salt, water, butter, instant coffee, dark chocolate, sugar, vanilla, salt, large eggs, fresh raspberry, powdered sugar
Provided by Rie McClenny
Categories Desserts
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Make the tart dough: add the butter to a medium bowl and sift in the powdered sugar through a fine-mesh sieve. Using an electric hand mixer, beat until smooth.
- Beat the egg and add half at a time to the butter mixture, beating well to incorporate between additions.
- Sift in the flour and cocoa powder, and add the salt. Using a rubber spatula, mix the dough until the cocoa powder is evenly distributed. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or overnight (if you chill the dough overnight, let it sit at room temperature for 15-30 minutes before rolling out).
- Preheat the oven to 375˚F (190˚C).
- Grease a 9-inch (23-cm) tart pan and roll out the chilled dough to an 11-inch (28-cm) circle. Roll the dough around the rolling pin, then unroll the dough over the pan.
- Press the dough against the bottom and sides of the pan, then use the rolling pin to roll over the top of the pan, cutting off any excess dough (re-roll any excess dough and bake into cookies, if desired). Press the dough gently against the pan once more. Using a folk, prick some holes in the bottom of the crust so it doesn't puff up.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the tart shell from the oven and reduce the temperature to 300˚F (150˚C)
- Make the filling: in a medium saucepan, heat the pan over high heat. Combine the water and butter, and bring to a boil. Add the instant coffee and stir until dissolved.
- Add the chocolate, sugar, and vanilla to a medium bowl and pour the hot butter mixture over. Whisk until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is glossy.
- Add the eggs and whisk well to combine. Pour the filling into the par-baked shell. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until chocolate is mostly set but the center jiggles slightly.
- Cool the tart for at least 30 minutes, or until cool to touch. Garnish with raspberries and sift powdered sugar over the top. Slice and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 500 calories, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 24 grams
CHOCOLATE EGG BAKED TART
A slice of showstopping Easter chocolate tart is the perfect way to finish a meal. This simple chocolate egg filled dessert is easier than you think
Provided by Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- For the shortbread base, beat the butter and sugar together until light and creamy, then mix in the flour. Press the dough into the base of a 20-21cm tart tin and put in the fridge for 20 mins to harden.
- Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/ gas 4. Prick the base all over with a fork and bake in the centre of the oven for 15 mins until lightly golden.
- Meanwhile, melt the butter and chocolate together in a saucepan over a low heat. Once melted, stir in the sugar and flour, then gradually beat in the eggs. Pour the filling over the base and cover the top in chocolate eggs. Return to the oven and bake for 12-15 mins or until the fiilling is just set at the edges but the centre is still shiny and a bit wobbly. Remove from the oven and put in the fridge to chill. Can be made a day ahead and kept in the tin overnight. To release from the tin, warm the sides with a hot dishcloth for a couple of mins. Serve with crème fraîche.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 calories, Fat 20 grams fat, SaturatedFat 11 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 31 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 20 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.4 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Before starting to prepare the pastry, make sure that the butter is cold and cut into small pieces. This will help to create a flaky crust.
- When rolling out the pastry, use a light touch and avoid overworking it. This will help to prevent the pastry from becoming tough.
- If the pastry is too sticky to handle, chill it for a few minutes before rolling it out again.
- Be sure to prick the bottom of the pastry with a fork before baking. This will help to prevent the pastry from puffing up and becoming misshapen.
- When making the filling, be sure to use good-quality chocolate. This will make a big difference in the taste of the tart.
- If you don't have any crème eggs, you can use other chocolate candies instead. Just be sure to chop them into small pieces.
- Serve the tart warm or at room temperature. It is also delicious served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Conclusion:
These chocolate crème egg tarts are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The creamy chocolate filling is perfectly complemented by the flaky pastry crust. Whether you serve them warm or at room temperature, these tarts are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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