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The success of any recipe hinges on the quality of its ingredients, and this holds especially true for pear and chocolate tartlets. The main components of this dessert include fresh pears, high-quality chocolate, butter, flour, sugar, and eggs. Each ingredient plays a crucial role in creating the delicious balance of flavors and textures that make these tartlets so irresistible.

Pear & Chocolate Tartlets

Discover the delightful blend of sweet pears and rich chocolate in these elegant pear and chocolate tartlets. Perfect for any occasion, these individual desserts offer a visually stunning presentation and an irresistible flavor combination. This recipe guides you through creating flaky tartlet shells, a smooth chocolate filling, and perfectly baked pear topping, ensuring a memorable treat that impresses friends and family alike. Embrace the joy of baking with this easy, step-by-step guide to a luxurious dessert experience.
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Ingredients
  

For the Tartlet Shells:

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

¼ cup powdered sugar

½ tsp salt

½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

1 large egg yolk

2-3 tbsp cold water

For the Chocolate Filling:

1 cup dark chocolate, chopped (60-70% cacao)

½ cup heavy cream

2 tbsp unsalted butter

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 large egg

1 tbsp sugar

For the Pear Topping:

2 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tbsp brown sugar

½ tsp cinnamon

Instructions
 

Prepare the Tartlet Shells:

    - In a food processor, combine the flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Add the cold butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

      - Add the egg yolk and 2 tablespoons of cold water. Pulse until the dough comes together; add more water if needed.

        - Form the dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

          Preheat Oven:

            - Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

              Roll and Bake the Tartlet Shells:

                - On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut out circles to fit your tartlet pan or mini muffin tin (about 3 inches in diameter).

                  - Press the dough circles into the pans, trimming any excess, and poke holes in the bottom with a fork.

                    - Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let them cool.

                      Prepare the Chocolate Filling:

                        - In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream and butter. Once heated, add the chopped dark chocolate and stir until smooth and melted.

                          - Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow to cool for a few minutes, then whisk in the egg and sugar until well combined.

                            Prepare the Pear Topping:

                              - In a bowl, toss the thinly sliced pears with lemon juice, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Let sit for about 10 minutes to soften.

                                Assemble the Tartlets:

                                  - Once the tartlet shells have cooled, pour the chocolate filling into each shell, filling them about 2/3 of the way full.

                                    - Gently place slices of prepared pears on top of the chocolate filling.

                                      Bake Again:

                                        - Return the tartlets to the oven and bake for an additional 15-18 minutes, or until the chocolate filling is set and slightly puffed.

                                          Cool and Serve:

                                            - Allow the tartlets to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then carefully transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

                                              - Serve warm or at room temperature. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar before serving.

                                                Prep Time: 30 min | Total Time: 1 hr 15 min | Servings: 12 tartlets