
Mint Chocolate Custard Tart
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This mint chocolate custard tart is one of my favorite desserts to make when I want something that tastes impressive but doesn't require hours in the kitchen. The whole thing comes together in just about an hour, which makes it perfect for unexpected guests or a weekend treat. I love how the creamy custard filling pairs with that rich dark chocolate, and the fresh mint keeps everything from feeling too heavy. Dark chocolate actually contains antioxidants that are genuinely good for you, so I don't feel too guilty enjoying a slice. Best of all, the ingredients are simple pantry staples you probably already have at home, making this an affordable option that delivers restaurant quality results.
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Ingredients
- 250butter
- 250 gflour
- 150 gconfectioner's sugar
- 10 mLmint extract
- 500 mLmilk
- 4eggs
- 200 gdark chocolate chips
- 5 gsalt
- 100 gunsalted butter, melted
- 50 gpistachio meal
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Roll out the dough to a thickness of 5mm and transfer it to a 23cm tart pan.
Tip: Use a light touch to avoid over-working the dough.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the confectioner's sugar and flour.
Tip: Make sure to get rid of any lumps.
- 3
Add the melted butter, salt, and pistachio meal to the bowl. Mix until the dough comes together in a ball.
Tip: Don't overmix.
- 4
Press the dough into the prepared tart pan. Chill in the freezer for 10 minutes.
Tip: This will help prevent the crust from shrinking during baking.
- 5
Bake the crust for 15 minutes.
Tip: Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
- 6
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and mint extract until well combined.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 7
Melt the dark chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.
Tip: Stir until smooth.
- 8
Pour the milk mixture into the baked tart crust.
Tip: Make sure to pour slowly to avoid creating air pockets.
- 9
Drizzle the melted chocolate over the custard.
Tip: You can use a spatula to create a marbled effect, if desired.
- 10
Chill the tart in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Tip: This will help the flavors meld together.
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