Decadent Chocolate Hazelnut Tart

Indulge in a luscious chocolate hazelnut tart that perfectly balances rich flavors with a buttery, crumbly crust. This dessert is perfect for special occasions or as a delightful treat to satisfy your sweet cravings.

Ingredients:

• For the Crust:
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1 large egg yolk
• 2-3 tablespoons ice water
• For the Filling:
• 1 cup hazelnuts, toasted and chopped
• 1 cup high-quality dark chocolate (70% cacao), chopped
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 large eggs
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crust:
1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and salt.
2. Add the cold cubed butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Stir in the egg yolk and enough ice water to form a dough. Do not overmix.
4. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Preheat the Oven:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
3. Roll Out the Dough:
1. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to fit a 9-inch tart pan.
2. Carefully transfer the dough to the tart pan, pressing it into the edges. Trim any excess dough.
3. Pierce the bottom of the crust with a fork to prevent bubbling.
4. Bake the crust for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
4. Prepare the Filling:
1. In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream and butter over medium heat until just simmering. Remove from heat.
2. Add the chopped dark chocolate and let it sit for a minute, then stir until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
4. Gradually pour the chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking continuously to combine.
5. Fold in the chopped hazelnuts.
5. Assemble the Tart:
1. Pour the chocolate hazelnut filling into the cooled tart crust.
2. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
3. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
6. Serve:
1. Slice the tart and serve chilled, optionally garnished with whipped cream or additional chopped hazelnuts.

Enjoy Your Tart!

This decadent chocolate hazelnut tart is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. Enjoy every rich, chocolaty bite!