Embark on a culinary journey with these Ultimate Vanilla Caramel and Chocolate Tartlets, where classic flavors meld in an exquisite dessert perfect for any gourmet connoisseur. Each tartlet features a rich chocolate ganache and a creamy vanilla ganache atop a crispy sweet pastry, filled with a luxurious almond cocoa cream and a center of smooth caramel, creating a delightful contrast of textures and tastes.
Why You’ll Love This: These tartlets capture a perfect balance of sweetness and complexity. The silky vanilla ganache, made with authentic Madagascar vanilla, pairs beautifully with the deep, rich notes of the chocolate and the subtle salty hint of the caramel. This dessert not only pleases the palate but also the eyes, with its elegant and meticulous presentation.
Perfect Occasion: These tartlets are ideal for sophisticated gatherings, celebratory dinners, or as a luxurious treat during festive seasons. They’re sure to impress at any event, providing a memorable dessert experience that invites conversation and admiration.
Decoration Tips: For a beautiful and professional finish, garnish the vanilla ganache with a sprinkle of vanilla bean seeds or gold leaf flakes for an added touch of luxury. A drizzle of dark chocolate or a dusting of cocoa powder over the tartlets can enhance their visual appeal, making them as stunning to look at as they are delicious to eat.
- Ingredients:
- Caramel (prepare a day ahead):
- 200g sugar
- 240g heavy cream
- A pinch of fleur de sel
- Vanilla Whipped Ganache (prepare a day ahead):
- 200g heavy cream
- 45g white chocolate
- 1.5g gelatin powder
- 9g water
- 1 vanilla bean
- Sweet Pastry:
- 125g flour
- 50g powdered sugar
- 15g almond flour
- A pinch of fleur de sel
- 75g unsalted butter, cold
- 25g whole egg
- Cocoa Almond Cream:
- 60g almond flour
- 15g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 75g unsalted butter, softened
- 75g powdered sugar
- 75g whole eggs
- Chocolate Ganache:
- 150g heavy cream
- 30g honey
- 130g dark chocolate
- 30g unsalted butter
- Caramel (prepare a day ahead):
Instructions:
- Prepare the Caramel:
- Make a caramel with sugar, deglaze with hot cream, cook to 109°C. Add fleur de sel, cool and refrigerate overnight.
- Make the Vanilla Ganache:
- Bloom gelatin in water. Heat cream with scraped vanilla bean to a boil, pour over white chocolate, add melted gelatin, blend, and chill overnight.
- Prepare Sweet Pastry:
- Mix dry ingredients and butter in a mixer until sandy. Add egg, quickly form a dough, chill, then press into tart rings and pre-bake at 325°F (165°C) for 15 minutes.
- Make Cocoa Almond Cream:
- Cream butter and sugar, mix in eggs, then stir in almond flour and cocoa. Fill pre-baked tart shells, bake for 10 more minutes.
- Prepare Chocolate Ganache:
- Boil cream with honey, pour over chopped chocolate and butter, mix until smooth.
- Assemble the Tartlets:
- Pour chocolate ganache over the almond cream layer. Chill.
- Whip vanilla ganache until silky, pipe onto tartlets, leaving a center well for caramel.
- Fill the center with chilled caramel.
Enjoy these Ultimate Vanilla Caramel and Chocolate Tartlets, a decadent creation that promises to elevate your dessert repertoire with its rich flavors and elegant presentation.
