Dark Chocolate and Orange Mascarpone Tart

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and unsalted
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg yolk
• 1/4 cup ice water

For the Chocolate Filling:

• 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 2 tablespoons orange zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Mascarpone Filling:

• 1 cup mascarpone cheese, at room temperature
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Beginner)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. To make the tart crust, combine the flour, cocoa powder, and sugar in a large bowl. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the egg yolk and ice water and mix until the dough just comes together. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
3. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a 12-inch circle. Transfer the dough to a 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom. Trim the edges and prick the bottom with a fork.
4. Bake the tart crust for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
5. To make the chocolate filling, combine the chocolate, heavy cream, orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water. Stir until the chocolate is melted and smooth. Let cool slightly.
6. Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled tart crust. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
7. To make the mascarpone filling, beat the mascarpone cheese, confectioners' sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until light and fluffy.
8. Spread the mascarpone filling over the chocolate filling. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 500
• Fat: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Protein: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and decadent
• Chocolatey and tangy
• Smooth and creamy
• Perfect for special occasions

User Comments:

• "This tart is absolutely divine! The combination of dark chocolate and orange is perfect, and the mascarpone filling is so light and fluffy."
• "I made this for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful presentation."
• "This is one of my favorite desserts. It's so easy to make and it always impresses my guests."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use cold butter for the tart crust, as this will help to prevent the crust from becoming tough.
• Do not overbake the tart crust, as this will make it dry and crumbly.
• Let the tart cool completely before filling it, as this will help to prevent the filling from melting.
• If you don't have a tart pan, you can use a pie plate instead.
• This tart can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days.