Ingredients
Scale
- 2 9-inch pie crusts, softened
- 10 oz bittersweet chocolate, plus more for topping
- 4 eggs
- 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a half-sheet pan with nonstick spray. Set aside.
- On a lightly floured surface, stack pie crusts on top of each other and roll out into a rectangle slightly larger than your baking pan. Place crust in pan, pressing into the corners. Trim off excess dough and crimp edges.
- Line crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake until slightly golden, about 15-17 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
- In a microwave-safe container, melt the chocolate in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until nearly melted. Then, stir until completely melted. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar and eggs. Reduce heat to low, and stirring constantly, heat until sugar has dissolved and mixture coats the back of a spoon, about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the melted chocolate and vanilla extract until smooth. Let cool until warm, stirring occasionally.
- In a mixing bowl, beat butter until light and fluffy, 2-3 minutes. Gradually pour in the chocolate mixture, then beat on high until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream with an electric mixer until it starts to thicken. Add powdered sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
- Fold 1 1/2 cups of the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture and reserve the rest for topping.
- Spread chocolate mixture into cooled pie crust and chill until set, 1-2 hours.
- Top with remaining whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings before serving.
Notes
- For an extra rich flavor, choose high-quality bittersweet chocolate.
- Allow the tart to chill thoroughly for the best texture.
- Garnish with fresh berries or a dusting of cocoa powder for a decorative touch.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 17
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European