Chocolate Crostata Scratch Bakery Recipe
Description
Chocolate Crostata is an Italian classic tart pastry that is made from a pastry dough and filled with a variety of ingredients, from sweet to savory. This particular version is a scrumptious chocolate-filled tart that will make your mouth water. The rich and creamy chocolate filling is encased in a buttery, flaky crust and is sure to be a hit with everyone in your family. Serve it warm with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special treat.
This recipe is a great way to use up any leftover pastry dough that you may have. The tart can be prepared ahead of time, so it's perfect for entertaining or a busy weeknight. The ingredients are simple and you can customize the filling to your own taste. For example, you can add some nuts or dried fruit for a bit of crunch and flavor. And if you're feeling really adventurous, you can even make a few different flavors of crostata.
Ingredients
For the crust:
-2 cups all-purpose flour
-1 teaspoon salt
-1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
-1/4 cup ice water
For the filling:
-1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
-1/2 cup heavy cream
-1 teaspoon vanilla extract
-1/4 teaspoon salt
-1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
-1/4 cup dried fruit (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 9-inch tart pan with butter and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Cut in the butter with a pastry blender or two knives until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the ice water, a few tablespoons at a time, and mix until a dough forms. Press the dough into the tart pan and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, make the filling. In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the chocolate chips, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat and stir in the cream, vanilla, salt, nuts, and dried fruit (if desired). Pour the filling into the prepared crust and spread evenly.
4. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set. Let cool before slicing and serving.
Equipment
-Large bowl
-Pastry blender or two knives
-9-inch tart pan
-Medium saucepan
-Spatula
Notes
This tart can be served warm or at room temperature. It will keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. The tart can also be frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Serving size: 1 slice
Calories: 360 calories
Total Fat: 20.2g
Saturated Fat: 12.2g
Trans Fat: 0.3g
Cholesterol: 38mg
Sodium: 209mg
Total Carbohydrate: 41.2g
Dietary Fiber: 2.1g
Sugars: 17.2g
Protein: 5.1g
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