Chocolate Chess Tartlets
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of Chocolate Chess Tartlets, a sophisticated twist on the classic Southern chess pie. These bite-sized treats feature a buttery, flaky homemade crust cradling a velvety chocolate filling that's perfectly sweet, with just a hint of salt to balance the richness. Made with semisweet chocolate chips, cocoa powder, and a splash of vanilla, these tartlets offer a double dose of chocolatey goodness in each delightful bite. With a prep time of just 30 minutes and a bake time of 25 minutes, they’re irresistibly easy yet elegant enough for any occasion. Serve them at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for a show-stopping dessert that’s sure to satisfy chocolate lovers. Perfect for parties, holidays, or whenever you’re craving a little indulgence, these Chocolate Chess Tartlets are as impressive as they are delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 2 tablespoons ice water
- 0.75 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 0.25 cups unsalted butter
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin to prepare for the tartlets.
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut in the cold cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Form the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
On a lightly floured surface, roll the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Using a round cookie cutter or the rim of a glass, cut out circles slightly larger than the muffin tin wells. Press each dough circle into the wells, trimming any excess.
Place the tart shells into the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and 1/4 cup butter. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is melted and smooth. Let cool slightly.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the 3/4 cup granulated sugar, cocoa powder, eggs, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and well combined.
Slowly whisk the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until fully incorporated.
Remove the tart shells from the refrigerator and evenly divide the chocolate filling among them, filling each about 3/4 full.
Bake the tartlets in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
Let the tartlets cool in the muffin tin for 10 minutes, then carefully remove them and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the tartlets at room temperature, optionally garnished with whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
306 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.1 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.4 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 55 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.7 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.7 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 66 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
