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Dark Chocolate Peppermint Mousse Tart

Indulgent Dark Chocolate Peppermint Mousse Tart for Holidays

Enjoy this delicious Dark Chocolate Peppermint Mousse Tart that combines rich chocolate and festive peppermint flavors, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup crushed chocolate graham crackers
  • 5 Tbsp melted butter
  • 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
For the Mousse Filling
  • 1 Tbsp unflavored gelatin
  • 1 Tbsp cold water for blooming gelatin
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 cup milk or cream based on preference
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tsp pure peppermint oil or peppermint extract
For the Glaze
  • 4 oz bittersweet or dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
  • 1 Tbsp light corn syrup
  • 2 Tbsp very warm water
Extras
  • fresh berries optional for serving
  • crushed candy canes for a festive touch

Equipment

  • 9.5-inch tart pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • double boiler
  • electric mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine crushed chocolate graham crackers, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press this mixture into the tart pan and bake for 10 minutes. Allow it to cool completely.
  2. In a small bowl, sprinkle unflavored gelatin over cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes. Microwave for about 10 seconds until dissolved and set aside to cool slightly.
  3. Melt white chocolate chips over a double boiler, then whisk in milk or cream, followed by dissolved gelatin and peppermint oil. Allow to cool below 85°F.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar until medium-stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
  5. Gently fold whipped cream into the cooled chocolate mixture and spoon into the tart shell. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  6. Heat cream in a saucepan until simmering. Remove from heat and add chopped bittersweet chocolate, stirring until smooth. Mix in corn syrup and warm water to achieve a pourable consistency. Cool slightly.
  7. Pour the chocolate glaze over the mousse tart and let it set at room temperature for about 1 hour. Serve chilled, garnished with fresh berries or crushed candy canes if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 4gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 90mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chill overnight for best flavor and texture. Use a removable-bottom tart pan for easy serving. Check gelatin for proper consistency before adding to mousse.

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