Glazed Millionaire Tart with Chocolate Ganache
A rich tart featuring a buttery shortcrust base, a layer of salted caramel, and a glossy dark chocolate ganache topping. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 65 minutes layers all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, cold and cubed, 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 420 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 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 7 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp cold water
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (for caramel)
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (for caramel)
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 6 oz bittersweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a bowl, mix 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 7 tbsp cold cubed unsalted butter, and 2 tbsp granulated sugar with your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add 3 tbsp cold water and mix gently to form a dough.
- Step 2: Press the dough evenly into a 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom, pricking the base with a fork. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown. Remove from oven and cool completely.
- Step 3: To make the caramel, combine 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk, 4 tbsp unsalted butter, 1/2 cup light brown sugar, 1/4 cup heavy cream, and 1/2 tsp sea salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until thickened and bubbling, about 5 minutes.
- Step 4: Pour the warm caramel evenly over the cooled tart crust and refrigerate for 1 hour to set.
- Step 5: For the ganache, heat 1/2 cup heavy cream in a small saucepan just until it begins to simmer, then pour over 6 oz bittersweet chocolate chips in a bowl. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
- Step 6: Pour the ganache over the set caramel layer, smoothing the top with a spatula. Refrigerate the tart for another 2 hours until the ganache is firm before slicing and serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Glazed Millionaire Tart with Chocolate Ganache take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (25 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 Glazed Millionaire Tart with Chocolate Ganache?
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 Glazed Millionaire Tart with Chocolate Ganache?
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 Glazed Millionaire Tart with Chocolate Ganache 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 Glazed Millionaire Tart with Chocolate Ganache?
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.
