Chocolate tartlets
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. For this chocolate tartlet recipe, you can use ready-made pastry shells or make your own shortcrust pastry shells. As an addition to the filling, you can use fresh berries or jam, as well as candied fruits, dried fruits, or nuts. The result is incredibly tender, aromatic, and delicious. The finished dessert can be served immediately.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. First, I'll explain how to make the dough. Sift the flour and powdered sugar onto a work surface or into the bowl of a kitchen machine. Cut the very cold butter into pieces and add to the flour. Use a knife to chop the mixture into crumbs.
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Step 2
2. Gradually add very cold water in small portions and knead into a smooth dough.
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Step 3
3. Sprinkle the work surface with flour and roll out the dough not too thin. Place the mold in which the chocolate tartlets will be baked at home onto the dough and cut it out with a small margin.
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Step 4
4. Then carefully place the dough into the molds. Let it rest for a while. For this time (about 15-20 minutes), put it in the refrigerator.
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Step 5
5. Prick the bottom several times with a fork. To prevent the tart shells from losing their shape, make a weight using some peas on a piece of parchment paper. Place the forms on a baking sheet and into a preheated oven for about 15 minutes. After that, carefully remove the weight and bake for another 5–7 minutes until golden brown.
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Step 6
6. While the crusts are baking, prepare the filling. Melt the chocolate over a water bath. Separately, beat the eggs with sugar. Remove the chocolate from the heat and let it cool slightly. Then add the eggs and cream, and mix everything thoroughly.
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Step 7
7. Fill the tartlets with cream, add a few nuts, and return them to the oven. Bake at medium temperature for about 20 minutes. It is important to monitor the consistency of the cream—it should set well but not begin to burn. That's the whole secret of making chocolate tartlets.