Bittersweet Chocolate and Blood Orange Tart

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A velvety tart featuring 70% cacao chocolate balanced by tart blood orange, with a buttery shortcrust base. This international-inspired desserts ready in about 80 minutes layers all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, granulated sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 35 min Cook: 45 min Serves 8 International cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Pulse 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt in a food processor, then add 1/2 cup cold cubed unsalted butter and pulse until crumbly. Press into a 9-inch tart pan and refrigerate 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Bake the crust for 15 minutes until golden, then reduce oven to 325°F (160°C). Melt 6 oz bittersweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Whisk 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 eggs, 1/4 cup blood orange juice, and 1 tbsp blood orange zest until smooth. Gradually whisk in melted chocolate until fully combined and glossy.
  4. Step 4: Pour filling into cooled crust and bake 25-30 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly wobbly. Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate 4 hours before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Bittersweet Chocolate and Blood Orange Tart take to make?

Total time is about 80 minutes (35 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.

How do I store leftover Bittersweet Chocolate and Blood Orange Tart?

Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.

Can I substitute ingredients in Bittersweet Chocolate and Blood Orange Tart?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Bittersweet Chocolate and Blood Orange Tart for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Bittersweet Chocolate and Blood Orange Tart?

International desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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