Mascarpone Whipped Cream And Candied Kumquats Chocolate Tart Recipe
Not too sweet, totally indulgent, and easy to make, this is the chocolate tart we turn to for all the things. In the winter, we top it with this Mascarpone whipped cream and spiced candied kumquats.
12tablespoonsunsalted butter(1 1/2 sticks) divided and room temperature
1 1/2cupsfinely ground ginger or lemon thins(about 4 ounces)
8ouncesbittersweet chocolatefinely chopped
4ouncesmilk chocolatefinely chopped
1 1/2cupsheavy creamdivided
4ouncesMascarpone cheese
3tablespoonsgranulated sugar
1recipeSpiced Candied Kumquats
Instructions
Make The Cookie Crust: Melt 6 tablespoons of the butter. Combine cookie crumbs and melted butter in a small bowl and mix until thoroughly moistened. Transfer the cookie mixture to an 8-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Using the back of a cup or measuring cup, press the mixture into the pan, evenly covering the bottom and sides of the pan. Set in freezer until set, at least 20 minutes.
Make The Chocolate Ganache Filling: Meanwhile, place chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl and set aside. Place 1 cup of the cream in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Immediately remove from heat and whisk in remaining 6 tablespoons butter until melted and smooth and pour over chocolate.Let sit until chocolate is starting to melt, about 1 minute. Gently stir until all chocolate is melted and smooth.
Turn the chocolate mixture into the prepared tart crust and tap the tart bottom against the counter until smooth. Refrigerate until filling is set, at least 1 1/2 hours. Meanwhile, make the Candied Kumquats.
Make The Mascarpone Whipped Cream: When ready to serve, combine mascarpone, remaining 1/2 cup of cream, and sugar in a medium bowl. Using a clean whisk, beat just until well combined and fluffy and medium peaks (the mascarpone cream will hold onto the whisk without falling off).
Serve The Tart: Just before serving, top the tart with the cream and spread it evenly across the tart. Top with candied kumquats and a drizzle of the kumquat syrup then serve.