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Chocolate Mousse Tart with Fresh Berries and Almond Crunch

2023-02-20 - Written by: Emma Taylor

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Chocolate Mousse Tart with Fresh Berries and Almond Crunch

A rich and decadent chocolate mousse tart filled with fresh berries and topped with a crunchy almond crust.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 ounces high-quality dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa), broken into small pieces
  • 8 ounces heavy cream
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries)
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds

Instructions

Make the Crust

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and confectioners' sugar.
  3. Add the softened butter and use a pastry blender or your fingers to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together in a cohesive mass.
  5. Roll the dough out to a thickness of about 1/8 inch (3 mm) and transfer it to a 9-inch (23 cm) tart pan with a removable bottom.
  6. Trim the edges of the crust and prick it all over with a fork to prevent it from bubbling up during baking.
  7. Bake the crust for 20-25 minutes, or until it's golden brown and set.
  8. Allow the crust to cool completely in the pan.

Make the Mousse

  1. In a double boiler or a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water, melt the chocolate, stirring occasionally.
  2. Remove the chocolate from the heat and let it cool slightly.
  3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until it begins to thicken.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the egg whites and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  5. Fold the whipped cream into the melted chocolate until well combined.
  6. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the chocolate mixture until no white streaks remain.

Assemble the Tart

  1. Pour the mousse over the cooled crust.
  2. Top the mousse with a layer of fresh berries.
  3. Sprinkle the sliced almonds over the top of the tart.
  4. Refrigerate the tart for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and the chocolate to set.

Tips and Variations

  • To ensure that the mousse sets properly, it's essential to not over-mix it when folding in the whipped cream and egg whites.
  • Feel free to customize the tart by using different types of berries or adding a sprinkle of powdered sugar on top.