Best 5 Black Forest Tart Recipes

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In the delightful realm of desserts, there lies a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds and captivates the senses: the Black Forest Tart. This exquisite confection, hailing from the heart of the Black Forest region in Germany, is a symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas that has been captivating dessert enthusiasts for generations. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the best recipes for creating this iconic tart, where layers of rich chocolate ganache, velvety whipped cream, and juicy cherries come together to create a dessert that is both visually stunning and utterly delicious.

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BLACK FOREST TART



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Sweet cocoa pastry is filled with a rich, fruity filling of chocolate and cherries in this heavenly German gateau-inspired dessert

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Afternoon tea, Buffet, Dessert, Treat

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 13

375g pack sweet shortcrust pastry , roughly chopped
4 tbsp cocoa powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
50g plain flour , plus extra for dusting
3 large eggs , 1 separated
75g dark chocolate , broken up
75g milk chocolate , broken up
50g butter , diced
140g jam
85g golden caster sugar
couple of handfuls fresh cherries , pitted, plus extra to serve
icing sugar , to serve
crème fraîche , to serve

Steps:

  • Make chocolate pastry by pulsing the pastry, 2 tbsp cocoa and the vanilla in a food processor. Roll out on a lightly floured work surface until it is the thickness of a £1 coin and use to line a 22-23cm loose-bottomed tart tin. Chill for 30 mins.
  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Scrunch up a sheet of baking parchment, then flatten it out and press gently over the pastry. Pile in baking beans and blind-bake for 15-20 mins until the pastry is biscuity. Remove the parchment and beans and bake for 5 mins more until cooked through. Brush with egg white and return to the oven for 2 mins; this will help to keep the base crisp. Reduce oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4 and spread the jam over the base of the tart.
  • Melt the chocolate and butter in a microwave, in short bursts on High, stirring in between, or in a bowl over - but not touching - a pan of barely simmering water. Whisk the eggs, egg yolk and sugar with an electric whisk for a full 10 mins until pale and thick. Take your time when beating the eggs and sugar - they should be mousse-like. Sieve the flour and remaining cocoa and fold in, together with the melted chocolate, using a big metal spoon.
  • Scrape into the tin and scatter over the cherries. Bake for 20-25 mins until the filling has slightly puffed but is still slightly wobbly when you shake it. Chill for 3 hrs or overnight, then sprinkle with a few cherries and a dusting of icing sugar. Serve with crème fraîche.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382 calories, Fat 22 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 38 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 17 grams sugar, Fiber 2.7 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium

BLACK FOREST TART



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Cherry pie filling and a melted chocolate drizzle top a rich, fudgy cake made from chocolate cookie crumbs. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/4 cups chocolate wafer crumbs
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
1/2 cup butter
6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
3 large eggs, room temperature
2/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
TOPPING:
1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
2 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine wafer crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of a lightly greased 11-in. fluted tart pan with removable bottom. , Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° until lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a microwave, melt butter and chocolate; stir until smooth. Cool for 10 minutes. In a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, vanilla and salt until thickened, about 4 minutes. Blend in chocolate mixture. Stir in flour and mix well. , Pour into crust; spread evenly. Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 25-30 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. Spread pie filling over the top. , In a microwave, melt chocolate and cream; stir until smooth. Cool for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drizzle over tart. Chill until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 258mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

BLACK FOREST SWEET HEART TARTS



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A take-off on a traditional German favorite, these are special cut into the heart shapes but you can just use a plain old square of cake and still get the yummy flavor combo!

Provided by LAURIE

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 slices chocolate cake (prepared about 1 inch thick and 2x2) or 8 slices brownies (prepared about 1 inch thick and 2x2)
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup sifted powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 (8 ounce) can cherry pie filling
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
chocolate curls (optional)
sliced almonds (optional)

Steps:

  • Cut heart shapes from cake or use as is. Beat whipping cream and sugar until stiff peaks form; fold in vanilla.
  • Combine cherry pie filling and almond extract.
  • For each serving; spread cherry pie filling over cake heart shape.
  • Top with whipping cream.
  • Garnish with chocolate curls and slivered.
  • almonds, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503.8, Fat 25.4, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 95.9, Sodium 315.8, Carbohydrate 63.3, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 3.8, Protein 5.8

BLACK FOREST CAKE I



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This recipe delivers a classic version of the original Black Forest cake with whipped cream frosting and sour cherries.

Provided by Linda Greer

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cherry Dessert Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 ⅛ cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¾ teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon salt
3 eggs
1 cup milk
½ cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 (20 ounce) cans pitted sour cherries
1 cup white sugar
¼ cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups heavy whipping cream
⅓ cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9 inch, round, cake pans; cover bottoms with waxed paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, 2 cups sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add eggs, milk, oil, and 1 tablespoon vanilla; beat until well blended. Pour batter into prepared pans.
  • Bake for 35 minutes, or until wooden toothpick inserted in centers comes out clean. Cool layers in pans on wire racks 10 minutes. Loosen edges, and remove to racks to cool completely.
  • Drain cherries, reserving 1/2 cup juice. Combine reserved juice, cherries, 1 cup sugar and cornstarch in a 2 quart saucepan. Cook over low heat until thickened, stirring constantly. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla. Cool before using.
  • Combine whipping cream and confectioner's sugar in a chilled medium bowl. Beat with an electric mixer at high speed until stiff peaks form.
  • With long serrated knife, split each cake layer horizontally in half. Tear one split layer into crumbs; set aside. Reserve 1 1/2 cups Frosting for decorating cake; set aside. Gently brush loose crumbs off top and side of each cake layer with pasty brush or hands. To assemble, place one cake layer on cake plate. Spread with 1 cup frosting; top with 3/4 cup cherry topping. Top with second cake layer; repeat layers of frosting and cherry topping. Top with third cake layer. Frost side of cake. Pat reserved crumbs onto frosting on side of cake. Spoon reserved frosting into pastry bag fitted with star decorator tip. Pipe around top and bottom edges of cake. Spoon remaining cherry topping onto top of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 661.9 calories, Carbohydrate 86.9 g, Cholesterol 129.6 mg, Fat 33.9 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Sodium 341.9 mg, Sugar 61.8 g

MINI BLACK FOREST TARTLETS



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Watch this video on how to make Mini Black Forest Tartlets and learn how to make a beautiful, scrumptious dessert-with only five ingredients. These black forest tartlets are just the right size for one guest and make great party desserts as a single serving.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 55m

Yield 15 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pkg. (4 oz.) BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate
1-1/2 cups thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, divided
1 tsp. rum extract
1 pkg. (1.9 oz. ) frozen mini phyllo shells
15 maraschino cherries, drained

Steps:

  • Microwave chocolate and 1 cup COOL WHIP in microwaveable bowl on HIGH 2 to 2-1/2 min. or until chocolate is almost melted. Stir until chocolate is completely melted and mixture is well blended. Stir in extract. Refrigerate until cooled.
  • Meanwhile, heat phyllo shells as directed on package. Cool.
  • Fill phyllo shells with chocolate mixture; top with remaining COOL WHIP and cherries. Refrigerate10 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Fat 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 15 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0.7106 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 1 g

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality chocolate. This is the star of the show, so make sure it's good stuff. Look for a chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
  • Use fresh fruit. The fruit in your tart should be ripe and flavorful. If you're using frozen fruit, thaw it completely before using.
  • Make sure your tart crust is fully baked. A soggy crust will ruin your tart. Bake it until it's golden brown and firm.
  • Don't overfill your tart. The filling should be thick enough to hold its shape, but not so thick that it's too heavy for the crust.
  • Chill your tart before serving. This will help the filling to set and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

The Black Forest tart is a classic dessert that is sure to impress your guests. With its rich chocolate filling, sweet cherries, and whipped cream, it's a combination that is hard to resist. By following the tips in this article, you can make a Black Forest tart that is both delicious and beautiful.

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