Bright Flavour, Simple Method
This tart brings together dark chocolate and fresh orange for a clean, balanced flavour. The spelt crust adds a light nutty note and stays crisp. The filling sets softly and slices neatly. Each step stays simple and clear, so you can prepare the recipe with ease.
Why This Tart Works
The chocolate and citrus pair well and keep the tart from tasting heavy. The spelt base holds its shape and gives a gentle texture. The filling uses basic ingredients and sets reliably in the fridge. The tart suits both casual meals and more polished occasions.
Spelt Orange and Dark Chocolate Tart
Description
A smooth dark chocolate tart with fresh orange zest in a crisp spelt pastry base. The flavour stays bright yet rich, and the texture stays soft and clean to slice. This recipe delivers a simple method with a reliable finish.
Ingredients
Spelt Crust
Orange Dark Chocolate Filling
Instructions
Mix dry ingredients.
- Combine spelt flour, cocoa powder, caster sugar, and salt in a bowl.
Add butter.
- Rub in the cold butter until the mix forms coarse crumbs.
Add water.
- Add cold water slowly until the dough holds. Do not over-mix.
Press into tin.
- Press the dough into a tart tin and level the surface.
Chill and bake.
- Chill for 20 minutes, then bake at 175°C (350°F) for 18–20 minutes. Cool fully.
Heat cream.
- Warm the cream until steaming but not boiling.
Melt chocolate.
- Pour cream over chopped chocolate. Rest for 1 minute. Stir until smooth.
Add flavour.
- Add butter, orange zest, vanilla, and salt. Mix until glossy.
Fill tart.
- Pour filling into the cooled crust. Chill for at least 90 minutes.
Serve.
- Slice with a warm knife for clean edges.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 415kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 29g45%
- Saturated Fat 17g85%
- Cholesterol 42mg15%
- Sodium 82mg4%
- Potassium 290mg9%
- Total Carbohydrate 33g11%
- Dietary Fiber 5g20%
- Sugars 14g
- Protein 6g12%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Additional Notes
The filling sets softly and holds its shape after chilling. The crust can be prepared the day before and stored in the fridge.
Optional Substitutions & Variations
- Swap orange zest for blood orange when in season.
- Use 80% chocolate for a deeper flavour.
- Add 1 tbsp orange liqueur for a sharper citrus finish.
- Make it dairy-free: use coconut cream and vegan butter.
