Simple Fudge Tarts
Indulge in the decadence of homemade Simple Fudge Tarts, where buttery, golden tart shells meet an irresistibly smooth and rich chocolate fudge filling. This easy-to-follow recipe requires just 20 minutes of prep time and features a flaky, hand-pressed crust paired with a luscious ganache made from semi-sweet chocolate and cream, accented with a hint of vanilla. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings or impressing guests, these individual treats can be customized with delightful toppings like whipped cream, sea salt, or crunchy nuts. Whether you're serving them chilled or at room temperature, these bite-sized delights are guaranteed to elevate any dessert table with their elegant simplicity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Ice water
- 1 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.125 teaspoons Salt
- Optional toppings (e.g., whipped cream, sea salt, or chopped nuts)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter.
Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the ice water one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently after each addition, until the dough just comes together.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Cut out circles slightly larger than the diameter of your tart molds.
Press the dough circles into the tart molds, trimming any excess along the edges. Prick the bottom of each crust with a fork to prevent puffing.
Bake the tart shells in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove and let cool completely.
While the tart shells are cooling, prepare the fudge filling by heating the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and pour the hot cream over the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt for added flavor.
Pour the chocolate filling evenly into the cooled tart shells. Smooth the tops with a spoon or spatula.
Optionally, add toppings such as whipped cream, a sprinkle of sea salt, or chopped nuts.
Chill the filled tarts in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set the filling.
Serve chilled or bring to room temperature before serving. Enjoy your Simple Fudge Tarts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2201 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.3 g | 238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 115.6 g | 578% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 388 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 402 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 141.9 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 118.3 g | ||
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 54 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.
