Description
These Mini Chocolate Raspberry Tarts are rich, elegant, and bursting with flavor—perfect for a date night dessert, holiday table, or anytime you want a sweet treat in a bite-sized package. A buttery tart shell holds silky smooth chocolate ganache and is topped with fresh raspberries for the perfect blend of decadence and freshness. The combination of chocolate and raspberries is a timeless pairing that’s sure to impress with every bite.
Easy to make and beautiful to serve, these little tarts are pure chocolate bliss with a fruity twist.
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Ingredients
For the Tart Shells:
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1¼ cups all-purpose flour
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¼ cup powdered sugar
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½ tsp salt
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
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1 egg yolk
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1–2 tbsp cold water
For the Chocolate Ganache Filling:
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8 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate, finely chopped
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½ cup heavy cream
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
Topping:
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1½ cups fresh raspberries
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Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
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Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Tart Dough
In a food processor, pulse together flour, powdered sugar, and salt.
Add cold, cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add egg yolk and 1 tbsp cold water. Pulse again until the dough starts to come together.
Add another tbsp water if needed.
Form the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Step 2: Preheat the Oven & Prep Pans
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease mini tart pans or a mini muffin tin.
Step 3: Shape & Bake the Shells
Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about ¼ inch thick.
Cut into rounds and press into the tart molds. Trim the edges if needed.
Prick the bottom of each shell with a fork.
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
Cool completely before filling.
Step 4: Make the Ganache
Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until just simmering.
Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 1–2 minutes.
Whisk until smooth and shiny. Stir in vanilla and a pinch of salt.
Step 5: Fill the Tarts
Spoon or pipe the ganache into each cooled tart shell, filling nearly to the top.
Chill in the fridge for 1–2 hours until set.
Step 6: Add the Raspberries
Top each tart with 2–3 fresh raspberries once the ganache is firm.
Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with mint if desired.
Notes
Use Good Chocolate – The better the chocolate, the better the ganache flavor.
Keep the Butter Cold – It helps create a tender, flaky crust.
Don’t Overbake – Tart shells should be golden, not browned.
Cool Before Filling – Make sure the crusts are completely cool to avoid melting the ganache.
Chill to Set – Let the ganache firm up before adding fruit or serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: American (French-inspired)