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Sour Cherry Chocolate Tart

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🍫 Experience the perfect balance of rich chocolate ganache and fresh tart cherries in this elegant dessert.
πŸ’ This tart combines creamy almond pastry cream and roasted cherries for a decadent treat that impresses any crowd.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8-12 servings

Ingredients

– 200g fresh or frozen sour cherries provides the tart flavor and natural sweetness

– 150g dark chocolate (70% cocoa) adds rich, intense cocoa taste

– 100g all-purpose flour forms the base of the tart crust

– 75g unsalted butter binds crust and adds richness

– 100g granulated sugar balances the tartness with sweetness

– 2 large eggs for structure and moisture

– 1 tsp vanilla extract enhances overall flavor

– Heavy whipping cream for the smooth dark chocolate ganache and whipped garnish

– 72% cacao dark chocolate core of the ganache layer

– Granulated sugar for the pastry cream and whipped cream

– Cornstarch thickens the almond-flavored pastry cream

– Kosher salt seasons the pastry cream

– Egg yolks enriches the pastry cream

– Whole milk base for the pastry cream

– Unsalted butter for the pastry cream richness

– Pure almond extract adds almond flavor to the pastry cream

– Granulated sugar for tossing with sour cherries

– Tapioca flour thickens the roasted cherry topping

– A thick chocolate bar for making shavings as garnish

– Optional fresh cherry halves for final decoration

Instructions

1-Preheat your oven: Preheat your oven to 180Β°C (350Β°F). Grease a tart pan and get your ingredients measured out for easy access.

2-Prepare the tart crust: Prepare the tart crust by mixing 100g flour, 75g butter, and some of the sugar until crumbly, then add 2 eggs and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Knead into a smooth dough, adjusting for dietary needs like using almond flour if required.

3-Roll out the dough: Roll out the dough to fit your tart pan and press it evenly. Chill for 15 minutes to keep it from shrinking.

4-Blind bake the crust: Blind bake the crust for 15 minutes with pie weights, then remove them carefully and let it cool.

5-Melt the chocolate: Melt 150g dark chocolate gently, perhaps over a double boiler, and let it cool a bit while you prepare the next elements.

6-Whisk together filling ingredients: Whisk together eggs, sugar, and other ingredients for the filling, then fold in the melted chocolate and 200g sour cherries.

7-Pour the filling: Pour the filling into the baked shell and spread it evenly for a uniform tart.

8-Bake the tart: Bake for 25-30 minutes until set but still a little wobbly, then cool completely. From the summary, don’t forget to make the ganache by heating cream, pouring it over chopped chocolate, and chilling it before adding the pastry cream layer.

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Notes

🍫 Use good quality dark chocolate (not chips) for a silky ganache.
πŸ’ Choose fresh sour cherries for the best tart flavor; if using sweet cherries, reduce sugar by half.
❄️ Frozen cherries can be used but thaw partially before roasting to remove excess moisture.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 1 hour
  • Chilling and roasting time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking, roasting, chilling
  • Cuisine: French-inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 450 kcal (approximate)
  • Sugar: 35 g
  • Sodium: 120 mg
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 18 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 110 mg