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Chocolate Orange Tartlets

Irresistible Chocolate Orange Tartlets for Sweet Moments

Delight in the rich flavors of Chocolate Orange Tartlets, a perfect sweet treat for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 tartlets
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Tartlet Shells
  • 250 g Plain / AP Flour Consider gluten-free flour for an alternative.
  • 50 g Icing Sugar Can be replaced with powdered coconut sugar.
  • 1 tsp Table Salt No substitute needed.
  • 125 g Unsalted Butter Use cold for better texture.
  • 1 large Egg Substitute with a flax egg for vegan option.
For the Orange Curd Filling
  • 4 large Egg Yolks Can replace with silken tofu for vegan.
  • 100 g Caster Sugar Substitute with maple syrup for less refined sweetness.
  • 150 ml Orange Juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 2 tbsp Orange Zest More zest can enhance flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Substitute with arrowroot powder if needed.
  • 50 g Unsalted Butter Can replace with coconut oil for dairy-free.
For the Chocolate Ganache
  • 200 g Dark Cooking Chocolate Opt for at least 70% cocoa.
  • 150 ml Heavy / Thickened Cream Use coconut cream for dairy-free.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Oven
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Muffin pan
  • Fine Sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Tartlet Shells: In a food processor, combine plain flour, icing sugar, and salt until well blended. Add cold unsalted butter, pulsing until it resembles coarse crumbs. Crack in an egg, mixing briefly until a dough forms. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  2. Shape and Bake Shells: Preheat oven to 160°C (325°F). Roll out chilled dough to about 3mm thick. Cut into rounds for a greased muffin pan, pressing gently. Chill for 15 mins, then add parchment and weights. Bake for 15 mins, remove weights, and bake for more 5-8 mins until golden brown.
  3. Make Orange Curd: In a saucepan, whisk together orange juice, zest, egg yolks, caster sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 10 mins. Stir in butter until melted. Strain into cooled tartlet shells and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  4. Prepare Ganache: Chop chocolate and place in a mixing bowl. Heat cream until simmering, pour over chocolate, and let sit. Stir until smooth. Let cool slightly before piping over chilled orange curd.
  5. Decorate and Serve: Optionally decorate with dehydrated orange slices or extra zest. Allow tartlets to sit at room temperature for 10-15 mins before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartletCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the dough for better texture. Use fresh zest for maximum flavor. Decorate tartlets for an elegant presentation.

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