Salted Caramel Chocolate Tart Recipe

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Introduction

If you’re a fan of decadent desserts, this Salted Caramel Chocolate Tart is sure to be a showstopper at your next gathering. With its rich, buttery crust, smooth chocolate ganache, and luscious salted caramel, it’s a sweet treat that combines some of the best flavors in one delightful dessert. Perfect for special occasions or just a treat for yourself, this tart is as delicious as it is beautiful.

Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
  • 1 large egg yolk

For the Caramel Filling:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt

For the Chocolate Ganache:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
  2. Add the cold butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Mix in the egg yolk until the dough comes together. If the dough is too dry, add a tablespoon of cold water at a time until it holds together.
  4. Press the dough evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a tart pan with a removable bottom. Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork.
  5. Chill the crust in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the chilled crust for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden. Let it cool completely before filling.

2. Make the Caramel Filling:

  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, cook the sugar, stirring constantly, until it melts and turns a deep amber color.
  2. Carefully add the butter (the mixture will bubble up) and stir until fully incorporated.
  3. Remove from heat and slowly stir in the heavy cream. Be cautious, as the mixture may bubble up again.
  4. Stir in the sea salt and let the caramel cool slightly before pouring it into the cooled tart crust. Spread it evenly and refrigerate while you make the ganache.

3. Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:

  1. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour it over the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
  2. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract.

4. Assemble the Tart:

  1. Pour the chocolate ganache over the caramel layer in the tart crust. Smooth it out with a spatula.
  2. Refrigerate the tart for at least 2 hours, or until the ganache is set.

5. Serve:

  1. Once set, remove the tart from the pan and place it on a serving platter.
  2. Optionally, sprinkle a little extra sea salt over the top for added flair.

Tips:

  • For an added touch, you can garnish the tart with some flaky sea salt or chopped nuts.
  • Make sure the caramel layer is completely cool before adding the ganache to prevent the layers from mixing.

Conclusion

This Salted Caramel Chocolate Tart is a decadent and impressive dessert that combines rich chocolate, buttery caramel, and a hint of sea salt for a perfect balance of flavors. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just indulging yourself, this tart is sure to impress and satisfy. Enjoy every bite of this irresistible treat!

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