Description
Rich chocolate meets silky caramel in this irresistible Salted Caramel Chocolate Tart, blending deep cocoa notes with sweet-salty undertones. Chocolate enthusiasts will savor each luxurious bite of this elegant dessert that promises pure indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate and Base Ingredients:
- 300 grams dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
- 200 grams digestive biscuits
- 100 grams unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder (optional)
Cream and Syrup Ingredients:
- 200 milliliters double cream
- 2 tablespoons golden syrup
Seasoning and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) to prepare for the crust preparation.
- Pulverize digestive biscuits in a food processor until achieving a fine, uniform texture.
- Combine the crushed biscuits with melted butter, pressing the mixture firmly into the tart pan to create a compact base. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool completely.
- Gently warm double cream and golden syrup in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until thoroughly combined.
- Remove from heat and introduce chopped dark chocolate, stirring continuously until the chocolate fully dissolves and creates a silky, uniform mixture.
- Incorporate vanilla extract, sea salt, and cocoa powder, mixing until the filling becomes glossy and well-integrated.
- Transfer the luxurious chocolate mixture into the cooled biscuit crust, using a spatula to ensure an even, smooth surface.
- Refrigerate the tart for a minimum of 4 hours, allowing it to set completely and develop a rich, dense texture.
- Just before serving, garnish with an elegant sprinkle of sea salt to enhance the tart’s complex flavor profile.
Notes
- Customize the base by swapping digestive biscuits with gluten-free alternatives like almond or coconut flour cookies for those with dietary restrictions.
- Add a pinch of espresso powder to the chocolate filling to enhance the deep, rich chocolate flavor without overpowering the caramel notes.
- Use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content for a more intense, sophisticated taste that balances the sweetness of the caramel.
- Create decorative patterns on top by gently sprinkling flaky sea salt or drizzling melted white chocolate in delicate swirls for an elegant presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg