Crispy, quick, and incredibly delicious: this phyllo dough tart with ricotta and chocolate is the perfect dessert when you’re short on time but don’t want to give up on a sweet treat. It’s made with a few ingredients you often already have at home and cooks in the air fryer in just 10 minutes, offering an irresistible texture between a crispy exterior and a creamy heart. A simple recipe, ideal for an impromptu dessert or a last-minute sweet break.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 2 People
- Cooking methods: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons, Valentine's Day
Ingredients to Prepare the Phyllo Dough Tart with Ricotta and Chocolate (in Air Fryer)
- 4 sheets phyllo dough
- 1 cup cup ricotta
- 2 tbsps tbsps sugar
- 1/3 cup cup dark chocolate
- as needed butter
Tools to Prepare the Phyllo Dough Tart with Ricotta and Chocolate (in Air Fryer)
- Air Fryer
- Baking Dish
- Bowl
- Brush
How to Prepare the Phyllo Dough Tart with Ricotta and Chocolate (in Air Fryer)
Place a sheet of phyllo dough in a round baking dish, allowing it to slightly overhang, and brush it with melted butter.
Overlap a second sheet of phyllo dough, brush again with butter, and repeat the operation with a third sheet.
In a bowl, mix the ricotta with sugar until you get a smooth cream, then add chopped dark chocolate.
Pour the filling in the center of the phyllo dough shell.
Gently fold the phyllo sheets over the filling and finish the surface with the fourth sheet roughly torn.
Brush the surface with more melted butter.
Cook in the air fryer at 356°F for 10 minutes, until the tart is golden and crispy.
Storage
The tart is best when freshly made. Alternatively, it can be kept in the refrigerator for 1 day, to be briefly reheated in the air fryer before serving.
Tips
Use well-drained ricotta to prevent the filling from being too moist.
If the surface darkens too quickly, cover with a sheet of aluminum foil in the last few minutes of cooking.
Serve it with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or fresh fruit.
Variations
With Orange Zest: Add grated orange zest to the filling.
More Indulgent Version: Replace dark chocolate with milk chocolate chips.
Without Refined Sugar: Use cane sugar or erythritol.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I bake it in a traditional oven?
Yes, bake at 356°F for about 20–25 minutes, until golden.
Can I prepare it in advance?
You can assemble it a few hours ahead and store it in the refrigerator, baking it only when ready.
Can phyllo dough be replaced?
Phyllo is ideal for this crispy effect; puff pastry would give a different and heavier result.
