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Milky Way Tartlets Recipe

Milky Way Tartlets Recipe
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Decadent and galaxy-inspired Milky Way Tartlets featuring a buttery tart shell, luscious caramel filling, and smooth dark chocolate ganache topped with optional edible gold flakes for a cosmic touch.

Ingredients

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Tart Shell:

  • 100g cold butter, cubed
  • 70g powdered sugar
  • 30g egg (approx. half a large egg)
  • 200g all-purpose flour
  • Pinch of salt

Caramel Filling:

  • 150g sugar
  • 100ml heavy cream, warm
  • 40g butter
  • Pinch of salt

Chocolate Ganache:

  • 150g dark chocolate, chopped
  • 100ml heavy cream

Garnish:

  • Gold dust or flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Tart Shell Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine cold cubed butter with powdered sugar. Add the egg, all-purpose flour, and a pinch of salt. Mix until a smooth dough forms. Chill the dough in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  2. Shape and Bake Tart Shells: Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F). Press the chilled dough evenly into tartlet molds. Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until the tart shells turn golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely in the molds before filling.
  3. Make Caramel Filling: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar slowly until it turns a rich amber color. Carefully add the warm heavy cream while stirring continuously to combine. Remove from heat, then stir in butter and a pinch of salt until smooth and glossy. Let the caramel cool slightly but remain pourable.
  4. Fill Tart Shells with Caramel: Pour the slightly cooled caramel evenly into the cooled tart shells. Place the filled tartlets in the refrigerator to chill and set for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Prepare Chocolate Ganache: Heat the heavy cream just until it begins to simmer. Pour the hot cream over the chopped dark chocolate. Let sit for a minute, then stir gently until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
  6. Top Tartlets with Ganache: Spoon or pour the chocolate ganache over the set caramel layer, spreading evenly. Return the tartlets to the refrigerator to chill until the ganache is firm, about 15-20 minutes.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Optionally sprinkle edible gold dust or flakes on top of the tartlets for a stunning cosmic effect. Serve chilled and enjoy your decadent Milky Way Tartlets.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter for the dough is cold to achieve a tender and flaky crust.
  • When caramelizing sugar, be cautious as it is very hot; add cream slowly to avoid splattering.
  • Use good quality dark chocolate (around 60-70% cocoa) for rich ganache flavor.
  • These tartlets are best served chilled but can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute butter and cream with vegan alternatives.

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