Ingredients
Method
- Combine the flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a food processor. Add the chilled butter and pulse until the mixture resembles fine crumbs.
- Pour in the beaten egg and pulse just until the dough begins to hold together without overworking it.
- Press the dough into a flat disc between two sheets of parchment paper and roll to about 3 mm thick. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.
- Cut circles of pastry slightly larger than the muffin cups and gently press each round into the pan.
- Prick each shell with a fork, refrigerate for another hour, and meanwhile preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Line every shell with parchment and baking weights. Bake for 15 minutes, remove the weights, then continue baking for another 15 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool completely.
- Place the orange juice, orange zest, egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch into a saucepan. Whisk well and cook gently over low heat while stirring until the mixture begins to thicken.
- Gradually whisk in the butter, allowing each addition to melt before adding more. Continue stirring until the curd becomes smooth and thick, then strain through a fine sieve.
- Divide the warm orange curd among the cooled tartlet shells and lightly tap the pan to remove trapped air. Refrigerate until fully set, about 2 hours.
- Place the chopped chocolate into a heatproof bowl. Heat the cream until just simmering and pour half over the chocolate. Let stand for 2 minutes before stirring gently from the center outward.
- Add the remaining hot cream and stir until the ganache is glossy and completely smooth.
- Pipe or spread the ganache over each chilled tartlet, smoothing the tops as needed.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm the chocolate, then garnish with orange zest, dried orange slices, or chocolate curls before serving.
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Notes
These little tartlets combine buttery pastry, vibrant orange curd, and smooth chocolate for an elegant dessert that's perfect for sharing. They taste even better after a short rest, allowing every layer to become beautifully balanced.