Follow these steps for perfect results
all purpose flour
sugar
salt
unsalted butter
chilled, cut into pieces
ice water
egg yolk
vanilla extract
whipping cream
bittersweet chocolate
chopped
creme de cassis
vegetable oil spray
frozen cranberries
unthawed
sugar
Preheat oven to 375F.
Blend flour, sugar, and salt in a food processor.
Add chilled butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
Add 2 1/2 tablespoons of ice water, egg yolk, and vanilla extract.
Blend until moist clumps form, adding more water by 1/2 tablespoonfuls if dry.
Gather dough into a ball and flatten into a disk.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 2 hours.
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to a 13- to 14-inch round.
Transfer the dough to a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom.
Cut the dough overhang to 3/4 inch; fold overhang in and press, forming sides that extend 1/4 inch above the top of the pan.
Pierce the crust all over with a fork.
Freeze for 15 minutes.
Bake the crust for 15 minutes.
If the sides of the crust fall, press up with the back of a fork.
Bake the crust until beginning to brown, about 15 minutes longer.
Cool on a rack.
Bring cream to a simmer in a heavy medium saucepan.
Remove from heat.
Add chopped chocolate and whisk until smooth; whisk in creme de cassis.
Pour the filling into the crust.
Refrigerate until the filling is firm, at least 2 hours and up to 1 day.
Preheat oven to 375F.
Spray a rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray.
Toss cranberries and sugar in a medium bowl to blend.
Spread out the mixture on the baking sheet.
Bake for 10 minutes.
Using a metal spatula, stir the berries gently.
Bake until the berries are thawed and most of the sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes longer.
Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes.
Spoon the berries atop the filling; drizzle with syrup from the sheet.
Chill for 1 hour.
Expert advice for the best results
Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
Make sure the crust is completely cool before adding the filling.
Chill the tart for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the filling to set properly.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Crust can be made 2 days ahead
Garnish with a dusting of cocoa powder or a few fresh cranberries.
Serve chilled with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Pair with a dessert wine or a cup of coffee.
Complements the chocolate and cranberries
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Classic French pastry
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