Description
Chocolate Espresso Mascarpone Tart is a luxurious dessert that marries rich chocolate with bold espresso, all nestled in a crisp chocolate cookie crust. Topped with a silky ganache and creamy mascarpone filling, this tart is an indulgent treat perfect for any occasion. Whether hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, each slice promises to delight your taste buds and impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp espresso powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a tart pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes until set.
- In another bowl, whisk together mascarpone cheese, sugar, espresso powder, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the mascarpone filling into the cooled crust and spread evenly.
- In a saucepan over low heat, combine heavy cream and chopped dark chocolate until melted and smooth. Pour ganache over the mascarpone filling.
- Refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight until set. Slice and serve with optional garnishes like whipped cream or fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg