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Dark Chocolate Peppermint Mousse Tart

Decadent Dark Chocolate Peppermint Mousse Tart for Celebrations

Experience the indulgent flavors of Dark Chocolate Peppermint Mousse Tart, a must-try dessert for festive occasions.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 package Chocolate Graham Crackers Can substitute with an Oreo crust
  • 6 tablespoons Melted Butter Essential for binding
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Adjust to taste
For the Peppermint Mousse
  • 1 teaspoon Unflavored Gelatin Bloom in cold water before use
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips Quality matters for best results
  • 1 cup Milk Heavy cream yields richest flavor
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Optional but recommended
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Use full-fat for best texture
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Peppermint Oil Adjust if using peppermint extract
For the Dark Chocolate Glaze
  • 8 ounces Bittersweet/Dark Chocolate Choose high-quality chocolate
  • 1 tablespoon Light Corn Syrup Can be omitted if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Very Warm Water Helps to emulsify

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Tart pan
  • Saucepan
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Microwave

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine ground chocolate graham crackers with melted butter and sugar in a mixing bowl. Press firmly into the bottom and sides of a tart pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
  2. Bloom the unflavored gelatin in cold water for about 5 minutes. Dissolve the gelatin in the microwave for 10-15 seconds until melted. Melt white chocolate with milk in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth. Whisk in gelatin and peppermint oil.
  3. Whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until medium-stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes. Fold a dollop into chocolate mixture to lighten it, then fold in the remaining whipped cream until no white streaks remain.
  4. Spoon the peppermint mousse mixture into the cooled crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  5. Heat heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until boiling. Remove from heat, add bittersweet chocolate, stirring until smooth. Stir in light corn syrup and warm water until fully combined.
  6. Pour warm glaze over the mousse carefully, tilting for even coverage. Let sit for about 1 hour at room temperature to set before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor. Always bloom gelatin to ensure smooth consistency.

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