Peppermint Tart: A Refreshing Dessert Recipe to Delight Your Taste Buds
A refreshing dessert recipe that combines the cool flavor of peppermint with a creamy filling, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 pre-made tart shell
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 tablespoons crushed peppermint candies
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and peppermint extract, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.
- Fold in the crushed peppermint candies gently.
- Pour the peppermint cream mixture into the pre-made tart shell, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Chill the tart in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a stronger peppermint flavor, increase the amount of peppermint extract.
- Make sure the tart shell is completely cooled before adding the filling.
- This tart can be made a day in advance for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 60mg