Go Back

Chocolate Hazelnut French Tart

Zoé
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting time (optional) 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine French
Servings 8 people
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Shortbread Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups 200g all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup 100g cold butter, cubed
  • 2/3 cup 80g powdered sugar
  • 1 egg
  • A pinch of salt

For the Chocolate Ganache

  • 7 oz 200g high-quality dark chocolate, chopped
  • 3/4 cup 200ml heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp 30g unsalted butter

For the Topping

  • 3/4 cup 100g whole hazelnuts
  • Crushed hazelnuts for garnish optional

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Shortbread Crust

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, powdered sugar, and salt.
  • Add the cold butter and mix with your fingertips until the texture becomes crumbly.
  • Stir in the egg and mix until the dough comes together. Form a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Step 2: Bake the Crust

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface and press it into a 9-inch tart pan.
  • Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork to prevent puffing. Line with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the weights and parchment paper and bake for an additional 10 minutes until lightly golden. Let it cool completely.

Step 3: Make the Chocolate Ganache

  • Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it just begins to simmer.
  • Remove from heat and pour over the chopped dark chocolate. Let it sit for 1 minute, then stir until smooth.
  • Add the butter and mix until fully incorporated for a glossy finish.

Step 4: Toast the Hazelnuts

  • Heat a dry skillet over medium heat and toast the hazelnuts for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant.
  • Let them cool, then roughly chop.

Step 5: Assemble the Tart

  • Pour the chocolate ganache into the cooled tart crust, spreading it evenly.
  • Sprinkle the toasted hazelnuts over the top, gently pressing them into the ganache.
  • Let the tart sit at room temperature for 1 hour or refrigerate for a firmer texture.
Keyword chocolate, french tart, hazelnut