Amazing No-Bake Espresso Chocolate Tart: 4 Hours
This no-bake espresso chocolate tart is a simple yet elegant dessert. It features a rich chocolate filling infused with espresso, all nestled in a crisp crust. Perfect for any occasion, it’s a delightful treat that requires no oven time.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
- Optional: chocolate shavings or fresh berries for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine chocolate wafer crumbs, melted butter, granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon espresso powder, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Beat in the vanilla extract and the melted bittersweet chocolate until fully incorporated.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and 1 tablespoon espresso powder until dissolved.
- Gradually add the espresso cream mixture to the cream cheese mixture, beating until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the chocolate filling into the prepared tart shell and spread evenly.
- Chill the tart in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
- Before serving, carefully remove the sides of the tart pan. Garnish with chocolate shavings or fresh berries, if desired.
Notes
- For the crust, you can also use graham cracker crumbs or Oreo cookie crumbs.
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth filling.
- Allow the tart to chill sufficiently for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: Approx. 350-400
- Sugar: Approx. 25-30g
- Sodium: Approx. 150-200mg
- Fat: Approx. 25-30g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 15-20g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 10-15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 30-35g
- Fiber: Approx. 2-3g
- Protein: Approx. 4-6g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 50-60mg
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