Chocolate Tart

I've been in the mood for a nice chocolate tart. You know, the kind that makes you want to have another slice but your mind tells you don't or you will regret it. I came upon Paul A Young chocolate tart recipe. Paul A Young is a British chocolatier .... I've personally never had the pleasure of tasting any of his creations but I do own his beautiful book called "Adventures with Chocolate". This recipe is from his book. I did make some adjustments to it.
Also, please take a moment to watch his video at the bottom of the page .... He seems to be a passionate man, an artist, and I think a romantic.... and he LOVES chocolate!

This chocolate tart is so delicious .... trust me ... give it a try!

Chocolate dough:

12 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature

1/3 cup sugar

2 egg yolks

2 tablespoons water

1 3/4 cup flour

3 tablespoons cocoa powder

Chocolate filling:

6 ounces 64% chocolate

1 cup light brown sugar

3/4 cup heavy cream

Dough:

In an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar until light and creamy. 

Add egg yolks and water, mix well.

Gradually add flour and cocoa powder until a dough is formed.

Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.

Set oven to 350 degrees.

Cut out a round parchment paper that will fit in your tart pan.

Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface.

Line the pan with the dough.

Prick the dough few times with a fork.

Refrigerate dough for 15 minutes.

Place parchment paper over dough and fill with a layer of pie weights.

Bake for 18 minutes.

Remove parchment paper and pie weights.

Bake for another 8 minutes.

Cool for at least 2 hours.

Filling:

Place chocolate and sugar in a medium heatproof bowl.

In a small saucepan bring cream to a boil.

Pour cream over chocolate and let it rest for 30 seconds.

Whisk until glossy and thick.

Pour over cooled tart shell.

Refrigerate for 2 hours.

Enjoy!