These elegant mini tarts feature a rich and buttery shell, filled with a smooth and velvety chocolate ganache. The tart shells are made from a simple dough of all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and a hint of salt, creating a perfect base for the luxurious filling. The chocolate ganache is a decadent blend of dark or semi-sweet chocolate and heavy cream. Topped with a light whipped cream, fresh strawberries or other fruits, and a sprinkle of flaky salt, these mini tarts are as visually stunning as they are delicious.
Why You'll Love This:
- Rich Chocolate Flavor: The ganache filling offers a deep and satisfying chocolate taste.
- Buttery, Crisp Tart Shell: Provides a delightful contrast to the creamy filling.
- Elegant Presentation: Perfect for special occasions or as a sophisticated dessert.
- Customizable Toppings: Can be topped with various fruits or just whipped cream.
- Bite-Sized Delight: Ideal for serving at parties or gatherings as a sweet, individual treat.
Ingredients: For the Tart Shell:
- 170 g unsalted butter (softened)
- 120 g powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 350 g all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
For the Chocolate Ganache Filling:
- 300 g dark or semi-sweet chocolate (chopped)
- 300 g heavy cream
For the Toppings:
- 200 g heavy or whipping cream
- 20 g powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Fresh strawberries or other fruits
- 1 tbsp flaky salt
Instructions:
- Mix flour and salt; set aside.
- Cream butter and powdered sugar, then mix in egg.
- Gradually add flour mixture, forming a crumbly dough.
- Press into a disc, wrap, and chill.
- Roll out dough, cut rounds, and press into muffin pan. Chill.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake with baking weights for 18-20 minutes until golden.
- Cool tart shells completely.
For the Ganache:
- Pour heated cream over chopped chocolate. Let sit, then stir to a smooth ganache.
- Cool slightly and pipe into tart shells.
For the Toppings:
- Whip cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla to firm peaks.
- Pipe onto tarts and top with fruits or sprinkle with flaky salt.
Enjoy these Mini Chocolate Ganache Tarts, a delightful and elegant treat perfect for any dessert table! 🍫🍓🌟✨