Chocolate and hazelnut – a match made in dessert heaven! These irresistible chocolate hazelnut tarts are the perfect indulgence for any occasion. Imagine a buttery, crumbly crust filled with a velvety chocolate ganache infused with the rich flavor of toasted hazelnuts. Each bite is a heavenly fusion of textures and flavors that will leave you craving for more.
Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these tarts are surprisingly easy to make. The combination of simple ingredients and straightforward steps ensures that anyone can create a dessert that looks and tastes like it came straight from a high-end patisserie. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these irresistible chocolate hazelnut tarts!
Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons ice water
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup toasted hazelnuts, chopped
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- In a food processor, pulse together the flour, butter, sugar, and salt until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the ice water and pulse until the dough just comes together. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out circles slightly larger than the muffin cups and gently press them into the prepared tin.
- In a saucepan, heat the cream over medium heat until it starts to simmer. Remove from heat and add the chopped chocolate. Let stand for 2 minutes, then whisk until smooth and well combined. Stir in the chopped hazelnuts.
- Divide the chocolate-hazelnut mixture evenly among the tart shells.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crusts are golden brown.
- Let the tarts cool completely in the tin before removing and serving.
Indulge in these heavenly chocolate hazelnut tarts and savor every bite of the rich, velvety ganache enveloped in a buttery crust. The toasted hazelnuts add a delightful crunch and depth of flavor that perfectly complements the decadent chocolate. Prepare to be amazed by the irresistible combination of flavors and textures in these divine treats!
