Chocolate Orange Tart
Indulge in the irresistible combination of zesty citrus and rich chocolate with this stunning Chocolate Orange Tart. Featuring a buttery, homemade tart shell filled with a luscious ganache made from dark chocolate, fresh orange juice, and zest, this dessert strikes the perfect balance between decadence and brightness. The crust is baked to golden perfection, while the silky chocolate filling is infused with a refreshing hint of orange, creating layers of flavor that are as elegant as they are delicious. Garnish with fresh orange slices or candied orange peel for an eye-catching finish. Perfect for dinner parties or holidays, this tart is a showstopping dessert that's surprisingly easy to make. Ready in under an hour and serving up to eight, this Chocolate Orange Tart is a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone craving more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams All-purpose flour
- 100 grams Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 50 grams Powdered sugar
- 1 large Egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons Cold water
- 200 grams Dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa)
- 150 milliliters Heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 2 tablespoons Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 25 grams Unsalted butter
- 1 pinch Salt
- Fresh orange slices or candied orange peel (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and powdered sugar. Add the cold, cubed butter and rub it into the flour mixture using your fingertips until the texture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Add the egg yolk and cold water to the mixture. Gently mix until a dough forms, being careful not to overwork it.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface and line a 9-inch tart tin with it. Trim any excess around the edges and prick the base with a fork.
Place a piece of parchment paper over the tart shell and fill it with baking beans or rice to weigh it down. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the parchment and beans and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the shell is golden. Set aside to cool.
For the filling, chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and place it in a heatproof bowl.
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from the heat and pour it over the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
Stir in the orange zest, orange juice, butter, and a pinch of salt until fully combined.
Pour the chocolate mixture into the cooled tart shell. Smooth the surface with a spatula and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
Before serving, garnish the tart with fresh orange slices or candied orange peel if desired. Slice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3644 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 244.6 g | 314% | |
| Saturated Fat | 144.8 g | 724% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 608 mg | 203% | |
| Sodium | 261 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 312.5 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.2 g | 111% | |
| Total Sugars | 110.3 g | ||
| Protein | 41.4 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 276 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 34.1 mg | 189% | |
| Potassium | 1963 mg | 42% | |
*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.
