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Pumpkin tart with a warm heart

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Ago Tanfossi

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Published on March 21, 2026

Updated on April 14, 2026

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If you love tarts with a soft heart... get ready to fall in love with this autumn version! This pumpkin tart with a warm heart is a small treasure chest of sweetness, with a creamy and irresistible heart.

Experience the joy of baking a simple yet delightful tart that requires only a few ingredients. The molten heart guarantees a perfect result if you follow the right baking time (already tested several times). This recipe uses just a hint of vanilla; feel free to experiment with cinnamon, ginger, or autumn spices. Perfect for enjoying warm, dusted with powdered sugar.

6 servings
Capolavoro Score 4.7/5 · 11 votes
Pumpkin tart with a warm heart

Ingredients

  • 3.3 oz White chocolate
  • 0.8 oz butter
  • 0.8 oz Sugar
  • 1 Egg
  • 1.3 oz Flour
  • 2.5 oz Pumpkin
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
  • Powdered Sugar

Equipment

  • Mixer
  • Baking Tray
  • Tongs

Instructions

  1. 1

    First, cut the pumpkin into small cubes, then blend it until you obtain a smooth cream.

  2. 2

    Separately, melt the butter and white chocolate in pieces, either in the microwave or over a water bath.

  3. 3

    Combine the melted mixture and mix well. Add the egg, sugar, and vanilla extract.

  4. 4

    Finally, fold in the sifted flour and pumpkin cream.

  5. 5

    Distribute the mixture into greased and floured muffin tins, filling them up to about 1 cm from the edge. Bake for 12 minutes in a preheated oven at 180°C. Once done, turn the tart out of the tin upside down onto a plate.

  6. 6

    Your pumpkin tart with a warm heart is ready! Garnish it with a little powdered sugar and enjoy.

Ago's Notes

  • Adjust the salt according to the salt content of the preserves.

Savor each bite as the warmth of the pumpkin and the delicate flavor of white chocolate come together in this special treat - remember, true perfection is achieved by respecting every ingredient and carefully combining them.

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