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Dark Chocolate Raspberry Puff Pastry Tarts: Decadent, Fruity


  • Author: Tyla
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 9 tarts 1x

Description

Imagine flaky, buttery puff pastry cradling a rich layer of dark chocolate ganache, topped with bright, juicy raspberries. These tarts are the perfect balance of crisp, creamy, and tart — like a tiny bite of dessert heaven. They look fancy enough for a dinner party but are surprisingly simple to make, with store-bought puff pastry doing most of the heavy lifting.


Ingredients

Scale

  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed

  • 4 oz bittersweet or dark chocolate, chopped

  • ½ cup heavy cream

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

  • 1 cup fresh raspberries

  • 1 egg (for egg wash)

  • Optional: powdered sugar for dusting


Instructions

  1. Prep the pastry: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet into a roughly 12×12-inch square. Cut into 9 equal squares. Use a knife to lightly score a smaller square about ½ inch inside each piece (don’t cut all the way through)—this will help create a raised border.

  2. Make the chocolate ganache: Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it just begins to simmer. Pour it over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for 2 minutes. Stir gently until smooth and glossy. Stir in the butter until melted and combined.

  3. Assemble the tarts: Place puff pastry squares on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the edges lightly with beaten egg for a golden finish. Spoon a tablespoon of ganache into the center of each square, inside the scored border.

  4. Bake: Bake for 12–15 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and golden. Remove from the oven and gently press a few fresh raspberries onto the ganache while it’s still warm.

  5. Cool and serve: Let the tarts cool slightly on a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar if you want to get fancy before serving.

Notes

  • Swap raspberries for blackberries, sliced strawberries, or blueberries.

  • Use milk chocolate for a sweeter twist or white chocolate for a creamier finish.

  • Add a sprinkle of chopped nuts like pistachios or toasted almonds on top for extra crunch.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: ~210 kcal per tart
  • Fat: ~15g
  • Carbohydrates: ~18g
  • Protein: ~3g