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Dark Chocolate Peppermint Mousse Tart

Dark Chocolate Peppermint Mousse Tart
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Indulge in the delight of a Dark Chocolate Peppermint Mousse Tart, a stunning dessert that combines rich chocolate with a refreshing hint of peppermint. This easy-to-make tart features a luscious chocolate crust, a creamy mint mousse filling, and a glossy dark chocolate glaze that adds an elegant finish. Perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions, this dessert is sure to impress your guests while being simple enough for novice bakers to master. With its beautiful presentation and delightful flavors, this tart will become a favorite at any celebration!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup chocolate graham crackers, finely ground
  • 6 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon unflavored vegan gelatin
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 4 ounces white chocolate chips
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons milk or cream
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 3–4 drops pure peppermint oil
  • 3 1/2 ounces bittersweet or dark chocolate

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine ground graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl. Press into a tart pan and bake for 10 minutes. Cool.
  3. Bloom vegan gelatin in cold water, then microwave until dissolved.
  4. Melt white chocolate in intervals; mix with warm milk and add dissolved gelatin and peppermint oil.
  5. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until medium-stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the chocolate mixture.
  6. Fill the cooled tart shell with mousse and refrigerate until set (at least a few hours).
  7. Prepare glaze by heating cream, stirring in dark chocolate until smooth, then adding corn syrup and warm water.
  8. Pour glaze over the set tart; let it stand until firm.

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