Chilli Chocolate Tart

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C. Line a 20cm tart pan with parchment paper.

   Tip: Use a digital thermometer to ensure accurate oven temperature.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

   Tip: Sift the dry ingredients to ensure they are well combined.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

   Tip: Use a stand mixer or a large whisk for this step.

4. 4

   Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla extract.

   Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl after each addition.

5. 5

   Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval until smooth.

   Tip: Use a spatula to scrape the sides of the bowl and ensure all the chocolate is melted.

6. 6

   In a small bowl, whisk together heavy cream and cinnamon powder.

   Tip: Whisk until the powder is fully dissolved.

7. 7

   Add the dry ingredients to the chocolate mixture, then stir in the melted chocolate mixture and the chopped chillies.

   Tip: Be careful not to overmix the batter.

8. 8

   Pour the batter into the prepared tart pan and smooth the top.

   Tip: Use a spatula to create a smooth, even surface.

9. 9

   Drizzle the cream mixture over the top of the tart in a zig-zag pattern.

   Tip: Use a spatula to create a decorative pattern, if desired.

10. 10

    Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.

    Tip: Use a digital thermometer to ensure the tart is cooked through.

11. 11

    Let the tart cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

    Tip: Use a spatula to loosen the edges of the tart before transferring it to the wire rack.

12. 12

    Once the tart is cool, melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval until smooth.

    Tip: Use a spatula to scrape the sides of the bowl and ensure all the chocolate is melted.

13. 13

    Pour the melted chocolate over the top of the tart and smooth the top.

    Tip: Use a spatula to create a smooth, even surface.

14. 14

    Let the tart cool and set completely before slicing and serving.

    Tip: Refrigerate the tart for at least 30 minutes before serving.