Description
A rich and indulgent Dark Chocolate Peppermint Mousse Tart that combines sophisticated flavors perfect for winter gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dark chocolate (at least 60% cocoa)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp pure peppermint extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for tart shell)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold)
Instructions
- Prepare the Tart Shell: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the egg and mix until a dough forms. Press into a tart pan and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden. Cool completely.
- Make the Mousse: Melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring occasionally until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add powdered sugar while continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.
- Combine Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the melted chocolate and peppermint extract. Gently fold in the whipped cream until combined.
- Assemble the Tart: Pour the chocolate mousse into the cooled tart shell, smoothing the top. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the mousse to set.
- Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with crushed peppermint candies or a sprinkle of cocoa powder, slice, and serve.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream. Make sure to let the tart chill long enough for the mousse to set properly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling, Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: dessert, mousse, tart, chocolate, peppermint, holiday