Triple Chocolate Tart 🍫🍫🍫

Triple Chocolate Tart 🍫🍫🍫

This Triple Chocolate Tart is a decadent dessert that layers a rich, smooth chocolate filling with a crunchy crust and a glossy, silky ganache topping. The combination of dark, milk, and white chocolate in each layer makes this tart a chocolate lover’s dream!

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Ingredients (Makes one 9-inch tart)

For the Tart Crust:

• 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes)
• ¼ cup powdered sugar
• 1 large egg yolk
• 1-2 tablespoons ice water (as needed)

For the Dark Chocolate Layer:

• 4 oz dark chocolate (about 70% cocoa)
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Milk Chocolate Layer:

• 4 oz milk chocolate
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the White Chocolate Layer:

• 4 oz white chocolate
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

For Garnish (optional):

• Shaved chocolate (dark, milk, or white)
• Fresh berries (raspberries or strawberries work great)
• Mint leaves

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Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Tart Crust:

1. In a food processor, combine the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Add the cold butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Add the powdered sugar and egg yolk, and pulse until the dough begins to come together. If needed, add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough forms a ball.
3. Turn the dough onto a floured surface, shape it into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
4. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
5. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface and line a 9-inch tart pan with the dough. Press the dough into the sides of the pan and trim any excess. Prick the bottom with a fork to prevent puffing.
6. Place parchment paper over the crust and fill it with pie weights or dried beans. Blind bake the crust for 10-12 minutes, then remove the parchment and weights and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, until the crust is fully baked. Let it cool completely.

2️⃣ Make the Dark Chocolate Layer:

1. In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and heavy cream. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) and stir until the chocolate has melted and the mixture is smooth.
2. Stir in the butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
3. Pour the dark chocolate filling into the cooled tart crust and smooth the top. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow it to set.

3️⃣ Make the Milk Chocolate Layer:

1. In a heatproof bowl, combine the milk chocolate and heavy cream. Heat over simmering water until melted and smooth.
2. Stir in the butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
3. Pour the milk chocolate filling over the set dark chocolate layer. Smooth the top and refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.

4️⃣ Make the White Chocolate Layer:

1. In a heatproof bowl, combine the white chocolate and heavy cream. Heat over simmering water until melted and smooth.
2. Stir in the butter until the mixture is silky and smooth.
3. Pour the white chocolate layer over the set milk chocolate layer and smooth the top. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until all layers are fully set.

5️⃣ Garnish and Serve:

1. Once the tart is fully set, remove it from the tart pan and place it on a serving platter.
2. Optionally, garnish with shaved chocolate, fresh berries, and mint leaves for a touch of color and flavor.
3. Slice and enjoy the Triple Chocolate Tart! Keep any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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Tips for Success:

• Use Good Quality Chocolate: The flavor of the tart relies on the chocolate, so use high-quality dark, milk, and white chocolate.
• Chill the Layers: Make sure each layer sets properly in the fridge to keep the tart from becoming too runny when you slice it.
• Crust Tip: If you don’t have a food processor, you can use a pastry cutter or your hands to cut the butter into the flour mixture for the crust.

This Triple Chocolate Tart is rich, indulgent, and perfect for special occasions, holidays, or just as a treat for yourself! 🍫🎂