Indulgent Fall Recipe: Spiced Chocolate Orange Tart

Indulgent Fall Recipe: Spiced Chocolate Orange Tart

May 12, 2025 Written by Amelia

Unique Dessert Recipe: Spiced Chocolate Orange Tart

Today, I’m excited to share a recipe for a Spiced Chocolate Orange Tart that is perfect for the fall season. The warm spices and zesty orange flavor in this dessert make it a comforting and indulgent treat to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee.

Ingredients:

  • 200g dark chocolate
  • 150g butter
  • 250g digestive biscuits
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 300ml double cream
  • 50g sugar

Kitchen Tools:

  • food processor
  • tart tin
  • saucepan
  • whisk

To start, crush the digestive biscuits in a food processor until they resemble fine crumbs. Melt the butter and mix it with the biscuit crumbs until well combined. Press this mixture into a tart tin to form the base of the tart.

Next, melt the dark chocolate in a saucepan over low heat. Once melted, stir in the orange zest, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour this chocolate mixture over the biscuit base and spread it evenly. Place the tart in the fridge to set for at least 1 hour.

In the meantime, prepare the spiced orange cream by whipping the double cream with sugar until soft peaks form. Add a dash of cinnamon and nutmeg for an extra flavor boost. Spread this creamy mixture over the set chocolate layer.

For a decorative touch, sprinkle some additional orange zest and a dusting of cinnamon on top of the tart before serving. This Spiced Chocolate Orange Tart is decadent, rich, and bursting with warm flavors that are perfect for the autumn season.

Approximate total weight of the cooked dish: 900g
Approximate number of servings: 8
Average weight of one serving: 113g
Approximate calorie count per serving: 380 calories

One tip to enhance the flavor of this tart is to let it chill in the fridge overnight before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together and intensify, resulting in a more delicious and well-rounded dessert experience.

I highly recommend trying out this Spiced Chocolate Orange Tart for your next gathering or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy at home. Feel free to get creative with the spices and adjust the sweetness to suit your taste preferences. Happy baking!

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