No Bake Dark Chocolate Cherry Tart Recipe

Name: No Bake Dark Chocolate Cherry Tart
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Base:; 3 tablespoons Ghirardelli(R) Unsweetened Cocoa Powder; 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs; 1/2 cup butter, melted; Filling:; 1 (4 ounce) bar Ghirardelli(R) 100% Cocoa Unsweetened Chocolate Baking Bar; 1 cup Ghirardelli(R) 60% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate Baking Chips; 1 cup heavy cream; 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar; 1 cup morello (sour) cherries in syrup, drained thoroughly; Topping and Decoration Options:; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar; 1/2 cup cream cheese; 16 fresh cherries with stems intact; 1/2 cup Ghirardelli(R) 60% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate Baking Chips

Servings: persons

Base:
3 tablespoons Ghirardelli(R) Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup butter, melted
Filling:
1 (4 ounce) bar Ghirardelli(R) 100% Cocoa Unsweetened Chocolate Baking Bar
1 cup Ghirardelli(R) 60% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate Baking Chips
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 cup morello (sour) cherries in syrup, drained thoroughly
Topping and Decoration Options:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup cream cheese
16 fresh cherries with stems intact
1/2 cup Ghirardelli(R) 60% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate Baking Chips

1
For the crust: Add the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter and cocoa powder to a mixing bowl and mix together well.
2
Press mixture firmly into the bottom and around the edges of a tart tin (rectangle 13 3/4 x 4 1/2 inches or circle 9 1/2 inches). Place in the fridge to chill.
3
Chop the unsweetened chocolate bar into small chunks and combine with chocolate chips in a bowl. Set aside.
4
Heat 1 cup heavy cream and 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar gently in a saucepan until just hot, but not boiling. Pour over the chocolate bowl and leave for a couple of minutes to melt, then stir gently until the chocolate has dissolved.
5
Remove crust from fridge and spoon the drained morello cherries all over the base.
6
Pour the chocolate on top and smooth down. Place back in the fridge to set for 2 hours.
7
Once chilled you can slice and serve with a spoonful of the whipped cream, and decorate each slice with a few fresh cherries.

1575

kcal

Calories

122

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Base:, 3 tablespoons Ghirardelli(R) Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 1/2 cup butter, melted, and more.

Yes, No Bake Dark Chocolate Cherry Tart falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

No Bake Dark Chocolate Cherry Tart

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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