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Chocolate Hazelnut French Tart
Zoé
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Épingler
Prep Time
20
minutes
mins
Cook Time
25
minutes
mins
Resting time (optional)
1
hour
hr
Total Time
1
hour
hr
45
minutes
mins
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