DARK CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE TART

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Espresso enhances and intensifies the dark chocolate flavor of my truffe tart. I make the crust with toasted walnuts and dust the cooled dessert with baking cocoa before serving. -Johnna Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1/3 cup walnut halves, toasted
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons baking cocoa
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
FILLING:
8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
1/4 cup unsalted butter
2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
1-1/4 teaspoons instant espresso powder
2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1 large egg yolk, room temperature
1/3 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Additional baking cocoa

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place confectioners' sugar and walnuts in a food processor; pulse until walnuts are finely chopped. Add flour, cocoa and salt; pulse until blended. Add butter; pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs., Press dough onto bottom and up sides of a greased 9-in. fluted tart pan with removable bottom. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Bake 10 minutes., Meanwhile, for filling, in a double boiler or metal bowl over hot water, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Stir in cream and espresso powder. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Whisk in eggs, egg yolk, sugar and vanilla., Pour filling into warm crust. Bake 20-25 minutes or until center is just set (mixture will jiggle). Cool completely on a wire rack. Dust with cocoa before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 24g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 42mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

S2PiD
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate, but I actually really enjoyed this tart. The crust was flaky and the filling was rich and creamy.


Emeka Dollar
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Overall, I was disappointed with this tart. I would not recommend it to others.


Fifi Jiji13
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The chocolate ganache was a bit too thick for my taste. I would recommend using less heavy cream in the ganache.


Ajileye Janet
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The tart crust was a bit too crumbly for my liking. I would recommend using a different recipe for the crust.


Afzaal Hussain
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This tart is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar in the filling.


Peyton Harris
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I would highly recommend this tart to anyone who loves chocolate. It is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion.


Bryan Lowhorn
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This tart is a bit pricey to make, but it is definitely worth the cost. The ingredients are high-quality and the results are amazing.


Assy Taam
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I made this tart for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best chocolate tart he had ever had.


mian musa
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This tart is perfect for a special occasion. It is elegant and delicious, and it is sure to impress your guests.


Craig Dyxc
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I love the combination of chocolate and ganache in this tart. The two flavors complement each other perfectly.


Md Mahafuj
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This tart is a bit time-consuming to make, but it is definitely worth the effort. The end result is a stunning and delicious dessert that will impress your guests.


Naititi Betty
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I followed the recipe exactly and my tart turned out perfectly! I was so happy with the results.


Arafat Hassin
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This is the best chocolate tart I have ever had! The crust is perfect and the filling is so rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


hamzeh Jibril
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I made this tart for a dinner party last night and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The tart was easy to make and it turned out beautifully.


Su Z On441
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This dark chocolate truffle tart is a decadent and delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The tart crust is flaky and buttery, and the filling is rich and creamy. The chocolate ganache is the perfect finishing touch, and it adds a touch