Print

Gingerbread Chocolate Tart

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

This gingerbread chocolate tart is a rich, festive dessert featuring a spiced gingerbread crust filled with silky dark chocolate ganache. Cozy holiday spices meet deep chocolate flavor in an elegant, make-ahead treat.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • 8 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional toppings: whipped cream, crystallized ginger, cocoa powder, chocolate shavings

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  2. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Stir in brown sugar, molasses, and egg until a dough forms.
  4. Press dough evenly into a tart pan with removable bottom. Chill for 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake crust for 15–20 minutes until set and lightly golden. Cool completely.
  6. Heat heavy cream and butter in a saucepan until just simmering.
  7. Pour hot cream over chopped chocolate. Let sit 1 minute, then stir until smooth.
  8. Mix in ground ginger, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt.
  9. Pour filling into cooled crust and smooth the top.
  10. Refrigerate for 2–3 hours until fully set.
  11. Garnish with whipped cream, crystallized ginger, or chocolate shavings before serving.

Notes

  • Dark chocolate gives the richest flavor, while milk chocolate makes it sweeter.
  • Add a pinch of cayenne for subtle heat.
  • The tart tastes even better after resting overnight.
  • Mini tart pans can be used for individual servings.
  • Freeze uncut tart up to 1 month and thaw in fridge overnight.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://recipesbyliza.com/gingerbread-chocolate-tart/