Relive cherished memories of homemade desserts with our Decadent Cherry Chocolate Tart, a recipe inspired by the warmth and love of kitchen traditions. This dessert features a crunchy cookie crust filled with a rich, velvety chocolate pudding cream and topped with fresh, tangy cherries. The chocolate ganache layer adds a luxurious finish that makes every bite a luscious treat. Simple yet spectacular, this tart is perfect for those who appreciate the exquisite combination of chocolate and cherries in a dessert that’s not overly complex but utterly delightful.
Why You’ll Love This:
This Cherry Chocolate Tart strikes the perfect balance between richness and refreshing fruitiness. Its creamy chocolate base infused with vanilla and dotted with chocolate chips offers a profound depth of flavor that perfectly complements the bright, tart cherries. Unlike larger cakes that may remain unfinished, this tart is just the right size for family enjoyment, ensuring no delightful morsel goes to waste. It’s a dessert that brings simplicity and indulgence together in every slice.
Perfect Occasion:
This tart is ideal for small family gatherings, intimate dinners, or as a weekend treat. It’s also a fantastic choice for bringing a touch of nostalgia to modern celebrations or simply making an ordinary day feel special. Whether you’re hosting a party or looking for a delicious way to conclude a family meal, this tart promises to be a crowd-pleaser.
Decoration Tips:
- Additional Fresh Cherries: Top the ganache with a few more fresh cherries for a burst of color and freshness.
- Mint Leaves: Sprinkle a few mint leaves around the cherries for a vibrant color contrast and a hint of freshness.
- Dusting of Cocoa Powder: Gently dust the tart with cocoa powder for an extra chocolatey touch and an elegant finish.
- Toasted Almond Slices: Scatter some toasted almond slices for added texture and a nutty flavor that complements the cherries and chocolate beautifully.
Ingredients:
- Crust:
- 200 grams of cookies, crushed
- 100-150 grams of butter, melted
- Cream Filling:
- 600 ml of milk
- 2 packets of chocolate pudding mix
- A generous handful of chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 100 grams of butter
- Cherries, as desired
- 3 tablespoons of date syrup (or sweetener of choice)
- Ganache:
- 200 ml of whipping cream
- 200 grams of dark chocolate
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust: Mix melted butter with crushed cookies to form a firm base. Press into a 22-24 cm tart mold and refrigerate while preparing the cream.
- Chocolate Cream: Dissolve pudding mixes and date syrup in 100 ml of milk to avoid lumps. Heat the remaining 500 ml of milk, then stir in the pudding mixture. Cook until thickened. Off the heat, stir in vanilla and chocolate chips until smooth, then mix in butter. Let cool for 5 minutes, then whip with a mixer until the color lightens slightly.
- Assemble the Tart: Arrange cherries over the chilled crust. Pour the chocolate cream over the cherries and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
- Prepare the Ganache: Heat the whipping cream and melt the dark chocolate in it. Pour over the set cream layer.
- Chill: Return the tart to the refrigerator to set completely, usually about 2-3 hours.
Enjoy this decadent Cherry Chocolate Tart, a delicious homage to simple yet profound baking pleasures!
