Chocolate Easter Egg Tart
A rich chocolate tart filled with a velvety egg yolk custard, ideal for a decadent Easter dessert. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 70 minutes layers shortcrust pastry, cubed cold butter, 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.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups shortcrust pastry
- 1/2 cup, cubed cold butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 8 oz, chopped dark chocolate
- 4 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 cup cold butter, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt. Use a pastry cutter to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 2: Press dough into a tart pan, prick the bottom with a fork, and bake for 15 minutes. Let cool.
- Step 3: In a heatproof bowl, melt 8 oz dark chocolate over a double boiler. Whisk in 4 egg yolks, 1/2 cup milk, and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Add 1/4 cup sugar and mix until smooth.
- Step 4: Pour the chocolate custard into the cooled tart shell. Bake for 25 minutes until set. Let cool completely before slicing.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Chocolate Easter Egg Tart take to make?
Total time is about 70 minutes (30 min prep + 40 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 Chocolate Easter Egg 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 Chocolate Easter Egg 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 Chocolate Easter Egg 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 Chocolate Easter Egg Tart?
French 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Absolutely wonderful.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
