Chocolate Chip Salted Caramel Tart

If you’re a fan of the perfect blend of sweet and salty, then this Chocolate Chip Salted Caramel Tart is a must-try. With its luscious layers of chocolate chip cookie base, creamy salted caramel filling, and rich chocolate fudge glaze, this dessert is bound to impress. Here’s how you can make this indulgent treat.

Ingredients

Chocolate Chip Cookie Base:

• 1 cup + 2 tablespoons flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg
• 1 cup semisweet mini chocolate chips

Salted Caramel Filling:

• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon corn syrup
• 1/4 cup water
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3/4 teaspoon good quality sea salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Chocolate Fudge Glaze:

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon corn syrup
• Fleur de sel sea salt for sprinkling

Directions

1. Chocolate Chip Cookie Base:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a bowl, mix together 1 cup + 2 tablespoons of flour, 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Set aside.
• In a separate bowl, cream together 6 tablespoons of room temperature unsalted butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 1/4 cup sugar until well incorporated.
• Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1 egg to the butter-sugar mixture, blending well.
• Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
• Fold in 1 cup of semisweet mini chocolate chips.
• Press the cookie dough into a tart pan, ensuring an even layer. Refrigerate for 5 minutes to firm up.
• Bake for 22-25 minutes until golden brown. After baking, gently press down the center to create a slight indentation for the filling. Let it cool for about 20 minutes.

2. Salted Caramel Filling:

• While the cookie base cools, warm 1/2 cup of heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat. Set aside.
• In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of sugar, 1 tablespoon of corn syrup, and 1/4 cup of water. Cook over medium heat until the mixture turns a honey-colored caramel.
• Carefully add the warmed heavy cream to the caramel, stirring constantly. The mixture will bubble up.
• Remove from heat and stir in 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter, 3/4 teaspoon of sea salt, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
• Allow the caramel to cool slightly before pouring over the cookie base. Chill in the refrigerator until set.

3. Chocolate Fudge Glaze:

• In a small saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over low heat.
• Add 1 cup of semisweet chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon of corn syrup, stirring until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
• Let the chocolate glaze cool slightly before pouring over the chilled caramel layer.
• Sprinkle with fleur de sel sea salt.
• Refrigerate the tart until the chocolate glaze is set before slicing into 12 decadent pieces.

Enjoy Your Culinary Masterpiece!

This Chocolate Chip Salted Caramel Tart is a showstopper at any gathering. Each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors that will leave your guests craving for more. Whether you’re an experienced baker or a beginner, this recipe is straightforward and utterly rewarding.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes + chilling

Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 420 kcal per slice

Give this recipe a try and indulge in the perfect harmony of sweet chocolate, buttery caramel, and a hint of sea salt. Happy baking!