Go Back
+ servings
Black Forest Chocolate Tart with Fresh Cherries

Decadent Black Forest Chocolate Tart with Fresh Cherries Delight

No ratings yet
This Black Forest Chocolate Tart with Fresh Cherries is a delightful marriage of flavors with a crisp chocolate shell and luscious filling.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: German
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can be swapped with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1/3 cup Dutch Process Cocoa Powder Adds deep chocolate flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Granulated sugar may change texture.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Fine Salt Enhances flavors beautifully.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure for best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Must be cold and cubed.
  • 1 large Egg For a vegan option, substitute with a flaxseed egg.
For the Filling
  • 4 ounces Dark Chocolate Semi-sweet chocolate can also work well.
  • 2 ounces Milk Chocolate Enriches the filling’s overall flavor.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Consider coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Cherry Jam Can be replaced with raspberry or apricot jam.
  • 1 cup Pitted Cherries Fresh adds juiciness; canned or frozen can be used if drained.
  • 1/4 cup Caster Sugar Granulated sugar may take longer to blend.
  • 8 ounces Mascarpone Cheese Can be substituted with cream cheese.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Tart Pan
  • double boiler
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a food processor, pulse together all-purpose flour, Dutch process cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and fine salt until blended. Add cold, cubed unsalted butter and process until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Incorporate an egg yolk and pulse until a dough forms.
  2. Shape the tart dough into a disc, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 40-60 minutes. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to fit your tart pan. Carefully transfer the dough into the pan and press it gently into the corners. Use a fork to dock the bottom of the crust.
  4. Line the crust with parchment paper and fill it with pie weights or dried beans. Blind bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, brush with egg white, and return for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Using a double boiler, melt together dark chocolate, milk chocolate, and a tablespoon of unsalted butter until smooth and glossy.
  6. In a mixing bowl, whisk large eggs with caster sugar until pale and fluffy. Fold in the melted chocolate mixture, then sift in remaining dry ingredients.
  7. Spread cherry jam over the cooled tart shell, then pour the chocolate filling over it, scattering fresh pitted cherries on top.
  8. Bake the assembled tart for 20-25 minutes, until the filling is set with a slight wobble in the center. Let cool completely.
  9. In a mixing bowl, whip heavy cream, mascarpone cheese, and a touch of caster sugar until stiff peaks form.
  10. Top the cooled tart with whipped cream and additional fresh cherries. Slice into portions and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, wait to add whipped cream until just before serving to maintain its airy texture.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!