CANDIED-ORANGE CHOCOLATE-CARAMEL TART

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This knockout dessert was inspired by the legendary chocolate-caramel tart created by the equally legendary pastry chef Claudia Fleming. To impart citrus flavor, we used the syrup leftover from candying orange peel to make the caramel. A thick layer of chocolate ganache follows, and sprinklings of the candied zest and fleur de sel glimmer on top like encrusted jewels.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Time 5h30m

Yield Makes one 9-inch tart

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 ounces chocolate wafer cookies (about 34)
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons sugar
Pinch of fleur de sel
1 orange
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup heavy cream
4 teaspoons finely grated orange zest
1 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into tablespoons
4 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
Fleur de sel, for serving

Steps:

  • Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F. Pulse wafers in a food processor until finely ground. Add butter, sugar, and fleur de sel; pulse until evenly moistened. Press evenly into the bottom and up sides of a 9-inch fluted tart pan with a removable bottom. Bake until firm, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack; let cool completely.
  • Candied orange: With a vegetable peeler, remove orange zest in strips (leaving white pith behind); finely slice. In a small saucepan, bring 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water to a boil, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Add zest; reduce heat to medium and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and strain, reserving syrup (you should have about 1/2 cup).
  • Transfer zest to a large plate and spread in an even layer; let cool completely. Toss with remaining 2 tablespoons sugar. Zest can be stored up to 1 week in an airtight container at room temperature.
  • Caramel and ganache: Combine cream and orange zest in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then remove from heat, cover, and let steep 1 hour. Strain. Measure 6 tablespoons; refrigerate the rest.
  • Bring reserved orange syrup, sugar, 2 tablespoons water, salt, and cream of tartar to a boil in a small saucepan. Cook, gently swirling pan occasionally, and washing down sides with a wet pastry brush (to prevent crystals from forming), until mixture turns deep amber, 9 to 11 minutes. Remove from heat and slowly add reserved 6 tablespoons infused cream (mixture will bubble and steam). Stir in butter until smooth. Pour caramel into cooled crust; let cool 15 minutes. Refrigerate until firm, at least 4 hours or, covered, up to 2 days.
  • Place chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl. Bring 1/3 cup reserved infused cream (saving any remainder for another use) to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Pour over chocolate and let stand1 minute, then stir until smooth. Remove tart from refrigerator and spread ganache over caramel to edges with an offset spatula. Return to refrigerator until chocolate is set, about 30 minutes.
  • Remove tart from refrigerator and let stand at room temperature 15 to 30 minutes. Chop 2 tablespoons candied zest and sprinkle over chocolate. Sprinkle with fleur de sel and more chopped candied zest; remove from pan, slice, and serve.

Asad Gulli
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I would not recommend this recipe.


Moshen Hassan
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This tart was a disaster. The crust was soggy and the filling was runny.


Chapagai Ganga
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I wish the recipe had included more instructions on how to decorate the tart.


Missam Abbas
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I had some trouble getting the crust to turn out right, but the filling was delicious.


Suraj ali Solangi
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This tart was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.


Bazel Samsan
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I can't wait to make this tart again!


Nanthan Grey
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This is the best tart I've ever had.


Sharon Stephens
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This tart is amazing! The flavors are perfectly balanced and the texture is perfect.


Abdul hai Job
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I followed the recipe exactly and my tart turned out perfectly. The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and smooth.


Anitah Lovell256
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This tart is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and beautiful dessert that everyone will love.


ahmed magdy
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I made this tart for my family and they loved it. Even my kids, who are picky eaters, ate it all up.


Slogan Vega
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This tart is a showstopper! It's perfect for special occasions or when you want to impress your guests.


Jaydee Escobal
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I love the combination of flavors in this tart. The orange and chocolate go together perfectly, and the caramel adds a touch of sweetness and richness.


Aria Meduri
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This was the first time I've ever made a tart, and it turned out better than I could have imagined. The instructions were easy to follow and the tart looked just as beautiful as the picture in the recipe.


Nazliya 68
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I've made this tart several times and it always comes out perfect. The crust is flaky, the filling is creamy and smooth, and the topping is just the right amount of sweet and tangy.


Beastmode Ray
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This tart was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of orange, chocolate, and caramel was divine.