Baileys Chocolate Tart

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Description:

A rich, silky chocolate ganache infused with Baileys Irish Cream nestled in a crisp chocolate crust — this luxurious tart is a crowd-pleasing showstopper, balancing bittersweet depth with creamy liqueur notes.

Origin:

A modern European-inspired dessert, this tart fuses French patisserie techniques with the iconic flavor of Irish cream liqueur for a chic, indulgent finish.

Ingredients Quantity (8–10 servings):

Crust:

  • 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs (e.g., Oreos without filling)
  • 5 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 tbsp sugar (optional)

Ganache Filling:

  • 200g (7 oz) dark chocolate (at least 60% cocoa), chopped
  • 100g (3.5 oz) milk chocolate, chopped
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup Baileys Irish Cream
  • 2 tbsp butter (unsalted, room temp)
  • Pinch of salt

Topping (Optional):

  • Shaved chocolate or cocoa powder
  • Whipped cream with a splash of Baileys
  • Berries or gold dust for garnish

Ingredients Optional:

  • Espresso powder (½ tsp) to intensify chocolate
  • Sea salt flakes for topping
  • Toasted hazelnuts or almonds for crunch

Instructions:

  1. Prepare Crust:
    Mix cookie crumbs with melted butter. Press into a tart pan (9-inch) with removable base. Chill for 15 minutes or bake at 175°C (350°F) for 8–10 mins. Let cool.
  2. Make Ganache:
    Heat cream in a saucepan until just simmering. Pour over chopped chocolate and let sit 2 minutes. Stir until smooth. Add butter, Baileys, and salt. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Assemble Tart:
    Pour ganache into the cooled crust. Tap to level. Chill in fridge at least 4 hours (overnight best).
  4. Serve:
    Garnish as desired. Slice with a warm knife for clean edges.

Tips for Success:

  • Don’t overheat cream; a gentle simmer is enough.
  • Use quality chocolate — it’s the hero flavor here.
  • Chill thoroughly before slicing to avoid a runny center.

Recommendation:

Pair with espresso, vanilla bean ice cream, or a splash of extra Baileys on the side. Ideal for holidays, dinner parties, or romantic nights in.

Nutrition (Approx. per slice):

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 4g
  • Fat: 25g
  • Carbs: 22g
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Alcohol: ~1g (trace from Baileys after chilling)

Would you like a healthier version with less cream and sugar, or maybe a no-bake variation?

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