Create a luxurious Black Forest-inspired No-Bake Cherry Chocolate Tart this Christmas! The crisp Oreo crust is a perfect match for the velvety dark chocolate filling, while the whipped cream and succulent fresh cherries on top add layers of flavor. Serve this exquisite dessert to delight your guests.
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Whether you’re craving a chocolatey delight or need a swift festive dessert, this tart is an excellent choice. Made of readily available ingredients, it’s a breeze to prepare and can be made in advance, ensuring a stress-free holiday celebration. Its rich flavors and simple preparation make it a standout dessert for any Christmas gathering.
You'll also enjoy this Simple Chocolate Pudding Recipe, Easy Chocolate Trifle and Easy Christmas Chocolate Fudge.
Why You Should Try This Recipe
- This black forest tart is smooth, decadent, and delicious.
- It’s a no-bake delight, meaning you won’t have to heat the oven.
- The crust is incredibly easy to create, and the tart itself is versatile, allowing you to get creative with the toppings to suit your taste.
No-bake Cherry Chocolate Tart Ingredients
- Oreo cookies: Provide a rich, crunchy base when crushed for the tart crust.
- Melted butter: Acts as a binding agent for the Oreo crumbs, giving the crust stability and buttery richness.
- Dark chocolate: Melted and combined with heavy cream to create a smooth and luxurious filling for the tart.
- Heavy cream: It’s used in the chocolate filling to create a ganache and whipped as a topping for its creamy texture.
- Cherries: These sweet and slightly tart fruits add freshness and a vibrant color contrast to the dessert.
- Chocolate shards (optional): Top tart with chocolate shards.
Tips and Substitutions
- Chocolate Filling: Ensure the chocolate filling is completely melted and smooth before transferring it into the crust. This will guarantee a silky consistency throughout the tart.
- Oreo Crust: Make certain there are no gaps or holes in the crust. A uniform and compact crust is crucial to maintain the tart’s structure and prevent the filling from leaking.
- Tart Assembly: Exercise caution when removing the tart from the pan to preserve its shape and integrity. If your tart pan has a removable bottom, gently push upwards while supporting the tart to release it without causing any damage.
- Serve Plain: Enjoy the tart in its simplest form, allowing the flavors of the Oreo crust, dark chocolate filling to shine without additional toppings.
- Layer of Cherry Sauce: For an extra burst of cherry flavor, add a layer of homemade cherry sauce either on top of the chocolate filling or beneath it. This will create a delightful contrast and enhance the fruitiness in each bite.
- Milk Chocolate: If you prefer a sweeter, creamier taste, substitute dark chocolate with milk chocolate. This will give the tart a lighter, less intense, and equally delicious chocolate flavor.
How to make No-bake Cherry Chocolate Tart
- Place Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until they become fine crumbs. Transfer the crumbs to a mixing bowl and combine with melted butter until well mixed.
2. Pour the crumb mixture into a tart pan. Press the crumbs firmly along the bottom and sides of the pan to form a crust. Refrigerate the crust for 30 minutes to set.
3. Chop the dark chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl. Heat the heavy cream until it’s hot but not boiling, then pour it over the chocolate. Let it sit for a minute, then stir until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
4. Once the crust is chilled and firm, pour the chocolate ganache over the crust and smooth the top with a spatula if needed. Refrigerate the tart for 2-3 hours or until the ganache is set.
5. After the tart has set, remove it from the fridge. Top it with whipped cream, fresh cherries, and chocolate shards for decoration.
6. Serve this delectable no-bake cherry chocolate tart as a stunning Christmas dessert or for any special occasion.
Recipe FAQs
To store the no-bake chocolate tart, ensure it’s fully set and cooled, then cover it with plastic wrap or place in an airtight container in the refrigerator. If stacking, use parchment paper between layers. For optimal freshness, consume within 3-4 days. For longer storage, wrap tightly in plastic and foil and freeze. Thaw in the fridge before serving to maintain taste and texture.
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No-bake Cherry Chocolate Tart
Equipment
- 1 Food processor
- 1 mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 24 Oreo cookies
- 85 g of melted butter
- 300 g of dark chocolate
- 300 g of heavy cream
- 1 cup of Cherries
- Whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Begin by blending Oreo cookies in a food processor until they become fine crumbs. Then, mix these crumbs with melted butter in a bowl until they are well combined.
- Transfer the crumb mixture into a tart pan. Use your hands or the back of a spoon to firmly press the mixture across the bottom and up the sides of the pan to shape the crust. Place the crust in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and put them into a heatproof bowl. Warm the heavy cream until it is just hot to the touch but not boiling, and then pour it over the chocolate pieces. Wait for one minute before stirring the mixture until the chocolate has fully melted and the filling is smooth.
- After the crust has set in the fridge, pour the smooth chocolate filling into it. If needed, use a spatula to even out the top. Chill the tart in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours, or until the filling has solidified.
- Once the tart is set, take it out of the fridge. Garnish it with a generous amount of whipped cream, fresh cherries, and shards of chocolate. This exquisite chocolate tart is now ready to be served as a stunning dessert for Christmas or any other special occasion. Enjoy your creation!
Notes
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- Chocolate Filling: Ensure the chocolate filling is completely melted and smooth before transferring it into the crust to give it a silky consistency.
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- Oreo Crust: Make certain there are no gaps or holes in the crust.
- 24 Oreos biscuits: 1,272 Calories
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- Tart Assembly: Exercise caution when removing the tart from the pan to preserve its shape and integrity. If your tart pan has a removable bottom, gently push upwards while supporting the tart to release it without causing any damage.
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