Full of deep, dark chocolate ganache, this no bake chocolate peppermint tart is rich, dense, and totally scrumptious! The Oreo crust and peppermint candy on top give it extra texture and just enough minty goodness. Amazing for the holidays!
Christmas is just 4 days away, can you believe it? Every time I think I am ready I think of something else that I want to do or make. I have to stop and just enjoy what is left of the season.
I want to make a quick and easy dessert to give to a few friends and I decided to make the easiest tart ever. It is basically a Peppermint Oreo cookie crust with a ganache filling and then is topped with either crushed candy canes or peppermint bark.
This decadent no bake chocolate peppermint tart looks like you spent all day cooking even though you won’t have to! Delicious peppermint Oreos make the 2-ingredient crust a breeze and pair perfectly with ganache, one of the creamiest, most delicious chocolate dessert fillings of all time.
If you love the unbeatable combination of peppermint and chocolate, you will be thrilled with this beautiful holiday tart. I hope that you have a Merry Christmas!
Why you’ll love this no bake chocolate peppermint tart recipe
No bake, so it’s quick and easy and you can make it well ahead of any event
Festive holiday dessert that looks and tastes fancy without a lot of effort
Combines chocolate + peppermint for a classic, well-loved holiday flavor
Travels well to any holiday party, meeting, or family gathering
Ingredients
Peppermint Oreo Cookiesor Trader Joes’ Peppermint Cookies
Butter
Semi-sweet chocolate
60% chocolate
Heavy cream
Butter
How to Make a No Bake Peppermint Tart
In a blender or food processor pulse the cookies until you have fine crumbs.
Pour into a bowl and add the melted butter.
Mix well, then pour into a 9″ tart pan and press up the sides and into the middle.
Place into the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Place the chopped chocolate into a medium heat proof bowl. I
In a saucepan heat the milk and the butter to a low boil.
Pour over the chocolate and let sit for a few minutes. Whisk until smooth and creamy, pour over the prepared crust.
You can leave it like this or add a garnish of chopped candy canes or chopped peppermint bark.
Place tart into the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
Tips & Variations
Make individual tarts. Press crust ingredients into cupcake/tart tins and fill with ganache.
Switch out the candy. Instead of crushed peppermint on top, try chopped chocolate or white chocolate.
Replace the Oreos. Try making the crust with traditional graham crackers for a lighter option.
Storage
This tart will store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Full of deep, dark chocolate ganache, this no bake chocolate peppermint tart is rich, dense, and totally scrumptious! The Oreo crust and peppermint candy on top give it extra texture and just enough minty goodness. Amazing for the holidays!
