Ingredients
Puff Pastry and Filling
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
- 2 cups frozen raspberries
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon flour
- Pinch of kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 6 ounces dark chocolate (chopped)
Egg Wash
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon water
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
- Cut Pastry Rounds: Using a biscuit or cookie cutter about 2.5-3 inches in diameter, cut 6 rounds from the puff pastry sheet and place them evenly spaced on the baking sheet.
- Prepare Raspberry Mixture: In a bowl, combine the frozen raspberries with sugar, flour, kosher salt, and fresh lemon juice, tossing gently to coat and enhance flavor.
- Assemble Tarts: Spoon some raspberry mixture into the center of each pastry round. Top each with 1 to 2 tablespoons of chopped dark chocolate, reserving some chocolate for melting later.
- Fold Pastry Edges: Carefully fold up the edges of each puff pastry round around the filling, creating a rustic tart shape.
- Apply Egg Wash: Whisk the egg and water together, then brush this egg wash over the puff pastry edges to give a shiny, golden finish when baked.
- Bake Tarts: Bake the tarts in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the pastry is puffed and golden. If needed, bake a few minutes longer to achieve perfect doneness.
- Melt Remaining Chocolate: While the tarts bake, melt the reserved dark chocolate in the microwave by heating at 50% power for 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and fully melted.
- Finish and Serve: Once the tarts have cooled slightly, drizzle the melted chocolate over the top. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best experience.
Notes
- Frozen raspberries can be used directly from the freezer; no need to thaw before mixing.
- The size of the pastry rounds can be adjusted to make more or fewer tarts depending on serving needs.
- Ensure the puff pastry remains cold before baking for optimal puffiness and flakiness.
- The leftover melted chocolate drizzle adds an elegant touch but can be omitted if preferred.
- These tarts taste delicious both warm and at room temperature; store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
