Chocolate Orange Tart
Chocolate Orange Tart is a delightful dessert that combines the richness of dark chocolate with the refreshing zest of orange. Encased in a buttery graham cracker crust, this tart not only looks stunning but also offers a luxurious taste experience that will impress any guest. Whether for a celebration or a simple treat, each slice melts in your mouth, leaving you craving more.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust (9-inch)
- 8 oz dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Zest of 1 large orange
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- Fresh orange slices (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). If using a homemade crust, mix crushed graham crackers with melted butter and press into the tart pan. Bake for about 10 minutes until golden.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the dark chocolate chips with heavy cream until smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in the orange zest and sugar until well combined.
- Pour the chocolate mixture into the cooled crust and smooth it out. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until set.
- Slice, garnish with fresh orange slices, and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg