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This Chocolate Truffle Tart is silky smooth and super rich! It’s also easy to make, and it’s the perfect dessert for any chocolate lover!
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Truffles are one of the most gift-able treats on Valentines Day. They’re rich, silky, and deliciously dense. My husband loves truffles, and anything dark and chocolatey for that matter, so I decided to turn one of his favorite treats into a tart!
If you’ve been following me for a while you know that I am not exactly a chocolate aficionado; I find it too rich for my liking. BUT that doesn’t stop me from making it for my dearest loved ones. I tried one bit of this tart and that was enough for me (However, I did eat a healthy helping of cream and berries). My husband loved the tart and he polished it off over the next few days. He may have even eaten a slice or two over breakfast…
If you end up with extra filling, don’t fret…make truffles!
HOW TO MAKE TRUFFLES WITH LEFTOVER FILLING:
- First, place the extra chocolate filling in a bread pan and refrigerate until firm, about 2-3 hours.
- Next, using a small teaspoon-sized cookie scoop to scoop the chocolate. Roll the chocolate between your hands to form a ball.
- Then, roll the ball into cocoa powder and place on a plate.
- Finally, chill the truffles for at least 1 hour before serving.
Cook’s Note – Chocolate Truffle Tart:
- This recipe calls for a 10-inch tart pan. If you are using an 8-inch pan decrease the ingredients by 25%, and if you are using a 12-inch pan increase the ingredients by 25%. The same will also apply to your cooking time.
- Use the best quality bitter-sweet chocolate that you can afford in this recipe. After all, chocolate is the star of this recipe! The brands I recommend are Ghirardelli and Scharffen Berger.
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Chocolate Truffle Tart
Ingredients
- CRUST:
- 2 cup Oreo Cookie Crumbs
- 7 tablespoon butter
- FILLING:
- 1 ½ lb high-quality bittersweet chocolate
- 2 cup heavy cream
- 12 tablespoon unsalted butter at room temperature and cut into 12 pieces
- GARNISH:
- freshly whipped cream
- raspberries
- blueberries
- powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- MAKE THE CRUST: Move oven rack to the middle position and preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a medium bowl combine the Oreo crumbs and butter and mix until the butter is distributed evenly throughout the crumbs (you may need to get your hands dirty for this step).
- Press the crumbs into an un-greased, 10-inch tart pan. Make sure the mixture is pressed evenly along the bottom and sides of the pan.
- Place the tart pan on a cookie sheet and bake until it has slightly puffed about 10-12 minutes.
- Place the tart pan on a wire rack to cool while you prepare the truffle filling (make sure the tart crust cools at least 10 minutes).
- MAKE THE FILLING: Place the chopped chocolate in a medium bowl and set aside.
- In a small saucepan over medium-high heat bring the cream to a simmer. Once simmering, pour the cream over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for 2 minutes.
- Slowly whisk the cream and chocolate together until smooth. Add the butter and again slowly stir until melted and combined into the chocolate.
- Pour the chocolate mixture into the tart shell, and use an offset spatula to spread the chocolate into an even layer.
- Place the tart into the refrigerator and chill until firm, about 3 hours and up to 2 days.
- TO SERVE: Cut the tart into small slices and serve with freshly whipped cream, raspberries, blueberries, and a light dusting of powdered sugar (all optional).
Nutrition
Serves 10-12.
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Rochelle @ WheatlessRochelle.com says
That looks so decadent! I just learned today that there is an Oreo-like cookie that is gluten free. Once I locate some, I think this recipe is going to be on my “must bake” list. Thanks!
Jillian says
Rochelle, I’m so glad this recipe will easily adapt to being gluten free. Enjoy!
Tabitha says
Looks so delicious Jillian! Have a happy Valentines day!
22colley says
this looks so good, thank you for sharing, I pinned so I can try it soon
Amanda Finks says
LOVE everything about this decadent chocolate tart 🙂
Jillian says
Thank you! 🙂
Jessica says
This is positively stunning! I love the idea of using leftovers for truffles.
Jillian says
Thank you so much!
Darlene @ Dip Recipe Creations says
There are so many times that I wish I didn’t like chocolate. I have the opposite problem- I can’t resist it 🙂 This tart wouldn’t last long around me…just give me a fork and some milk!
Jillian says
Haha, I have chocolate lovers in my family so I understand! 🙂
Brian Jones says
Wow that really is a great looking tart, flavours sound fantastic too!
Jillian says
Thank you!
Helen of Fuss Free Flavours says
There is something very decadent about a rich chocolate dessert. It can be the perfect end to a meal, with a thin slice of melt in the mouth luxury. Your recipe is delightful, beautifully decorated and certainly a chocolate lovers choice.
Jillian says
You are so sweet, thank you!
Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says
This looks like such a luxurious and delicious dessert! I adore chocolate desserts and this has my mouth watering
Jillian says
My entire family loves this tart, thank you!
Veena Azmanov says
This looks like such a decadent tart. I love chocolate truffles and this would make a perfect Valentine desserts too! Saving for later.
Dayna says
I love this! <3