Introduction:
If you could turn a mug of hot chocolate into an elegant holiday dessert, it would look (and taste) exactly like this
Holiday Hot Chocolate Tart. It has a crisp cookie crust, a silky chocolate filling that melts like cocoa,
and the best part—a fluffy marshmallow topping that gets toasted and golden like a fireside treat. It’s festive, cozy,
and guaranteed to steal attention at the dessert table.
This tart is perfect for Christmas parties, winter birthdays, New Year’s gatherings, or any night you want a dessert that
feels special but is still approachable. The crust comes together quickly, the filling is a simple ganache-style mixture,
and the toppings are flexible. You can keep it classic with marshmallows and cocoa powder, or make it extra fun with
crushed peppermint, mini chocolate chips, or a drizzle of caramel.
The flavor is pure comfort: deep chocolate, a hint of vanilla, a touch of salt, and that sweet marshmallow finish that
instantly says “holiday.” Best of all, it’s make-ahead friendly—chill it overnight and toast the marshmallow topping right
before serving for the most dramatic, bakery-style look.
Ingredients:
For the cookie crust:
- 2 cups (200g) chocolate cookie crumbs (Oreos, chocolate wafers, or graham + cocoa)
- 6 tbsp (85g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (optional, depending on cookie sweetness)
- Pinch of salt
For the hot chocolate filling (ganache-style):
- 10 oz (285g) semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 1/4 cups (300ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder (for “hot chocolate” depth)
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar (optional, for sweeter cocoa flavor)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For the marshmallow topping:
- 2 cups mini marshmallows or 1 jar marshmallow fluff
- Optional: 1/2 cup heavy cream, whipped (for a lighter topping)
Festive garnish ideas (optional):
- Crushed peppermint candy or candy canes
- Chocolate shavings
- Mini chocolate chips
- Cocoa powder dusting
- Gold or silver sprinkles
- Caramel drizzle
