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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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